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The Cessna 177A Cardinal is a model in the 177 Cardinal family. It is described here as a Four-seat low-wing piston single. FAA type-certificate reference: A13CE.
Cessna 177A Cardinal specifications
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
|---|---|
| Model | 177A |
| Aircraft type | Four-seat low-wing piston single |
| Seats | 4 |
| Landing gear | Fixed tricycle |
| Certification | FAA A13CE |
Cessna 177A Cardinal weights and capacities
| Maximum takeoff weight | 2,500 lb |
|---|---|
| Standard fuel capacity | 49 gal total / 48 gal usable |
| Maximum baggage | 120 lb combined |
Cessna 177A Cardinal engine and configuration
| Engine | Lycoming · O-360-A2F · 180 hp · @ 2,700 rpm |
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Cessna 177A Cardinal history and development
The 177A is the higher-powered development of the original Cardinal. FAA A13CE specifies the Lycoming O-360-A2F at 180 hp and raises Normal-category maximum weight to 2,500 lb while retaining a 2,200 lb Utility-category limit. Standard fuel remains 49 U.S. gallons total and 48 usable, and baggage remains limited to 120 lb. These changes make the 177A technically distinct from the 150 hp original Model 177.
Cessna 177A Cardinal fuel capacity
Standard total fuel: 49 U.S. gallons. Standard usable fuel: 48 U.S. gallons.
Cessna 177A Cardinal configurations and applicability
Normal category
| Maximum takeoff weight | 2,500 lb |
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Utility category
| Maximum takeoff weight | 2,200 lb |
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Cessna 177A Cardinal model applicability and configuration
This reference applies to the 177A serial-number range identified by A13CE. Do not transfer 177 or 177B engine and loading figures to a 177A without checking the actual aircraft records.
Cessna 177A Cardinal weight and balance
Maximum takeoff weight: 2,500 lb. Maximum combined baggage: 120 lb. Normal-category maximum weight is 2,500 lb and Utility-category maximum weight is 2,200 lb. The current aircraft empty weight, equipment list and approved loading instructions remain controlling. Use the approved aircraft-specific documentation and current weight-and-balance record for operational calculations. WBcalc does not currently provide a model-specific Cessna 177A Cardinal calculator.
Cessna 177A Cardinal frequently asked questions
What engine does the Cessna 177A Cardinal use?
The engine listed for this model is Lycoming O-360-A2F.
What is the maximum takeoff weight of the Cessna 177A Cardinal?
The represented maximum takeoff weight is 2,500 lb.
How much usable fuel does the Cessna 177A Cardinal carry?
The represented standard usable fuel capacity is 48 U.S. gallons.
Reference sources
FAA: Type Certificate Data Sheet A13CE - Cessna 177 / 177A / 177B