Cessna P172D vs Cessna Ttx

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Cessna P172D

No active listings right now.

Cessna Ttx
For sale now
20
Median asking
$599,000
Range
$364,600–$684,540
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
13
Source marketplaces
4
Model years available
2013–2017

Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.

Generations Breakdown

Per-generation specs — engine/weight/performance differ materially across production eras.

Per-era “For sale” counts exclude listings with unspecified year and separate variants (RG retractable, Hawk XP), so they may not sum to the total above.

Cessna P172D — 5 generations

GenerationYearsEngineMTOWCruiseRangeFor sale
172 Continental 1956–1967 Continental O-300 2300 118 520 107
172 O-320 150hp 1968–1976 Lycoming O-320-E2D 2300 120 585 105
172 O-320 160hp 1977–1986 Lycoming O-320-H2AD/D2J 2400 122 585 89
172R 1996–2007 IO-360-L2A 2450 120 520 19
172S 1998–now IO-360-L2A 2550 124 518 40

Cessna Ttx — 0 generations

GenerationYearsEngineMTOWCruiseRangeFor sale

Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Cessna P172DCessna Ttx
All events5
Serious0
Fatal0
Fatalities0
% Fatal0%

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Cessna P172D Cessna TTx
Cessna P172D
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Median $110,000
Cessna Ttx
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Median $599,000
Price Range $110,000 $364,600 – $684,540
Category Single Engine Piston Single Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 4
Horsepower 145–180 HP 310 HP
Cruise Speed 118–124 kts (230 km/h) 235 kts (435 km/h)
Range 518–585 nm (1,083 km) 1,250 nm (2,315 km)
Service Ceiling 25,000 ft (7,620 m)
Max Gross Weight 2300–2,550 lbs (1,157 kg) 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg)
Fuel Capacity 92.0 gal (348 L)
Fuel Burn 17.0 GPH (64 L/h)
TBO 2,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $36,000
Annual Fixed $25,000
Hourly Variable $195
Engines 1 x Piston

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Cessna P172D

Cessna TTx

Fuel$94/hr
Variable$195/hr
Annual Fixed$25,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $64,000/yr

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Cessna P172D or Cessna TTx?
It depends on your mission and budget. The TTx cruises at 235 kts with 1,250 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna P172D: from $110,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna P172D and Cessna Ttx?
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Ttx: about $195/hr variable cost. Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Ttx: 4 seats. Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
Ttx: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$36,000. Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data