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Cessna 180B

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The Cessna 180B is a model in the 180 family. It is described here as a Four-seat high-wing tailwheel piston single. FAA type-certificate reference: 5A6.

Cessna 180B specifications

ManufacturerCessna
Model180B
Production years1958–1959
Aircraft typeFour-seat high-wing tailwheel piston single
Seats4
Landing gearFixed conventional (tailwheel)
CertificationFAA 5A6

Cessna 180B weights and capacities

Maximum takeoff weight2,650 lb
Standard fuel capacity60 gal total / 55 gal usable
Maximum baggage120 lb combined

Cessna 180B engine and configuration

EngineContinental · O-470-K · 230 hp · @ 2,600 rpm

Cessna 180B history and development

The cataloged production period is 1958–1959.

Cessna 180B is covered by the 180A/180B branch of FAA 5A6. It uses the Continental O-470-K rated at 230 hp at 2,600 rpm. Compared with the original 180 landplane, maximum weight rises to 2,650 lb. Standard fuel remains 60 U.S. gallons total with 55 usable, and the base baggage limit is 120 lb. Approved floatplane and amphibian installations use different maximum weights and should remain separate from the landplane baseline.

Cessna 180B fuel capacity

Standard total fuel: 60 U.S. gallons. Standard usable fuel: 55 U.S. gallons.

Cessna 180B configurations and applicability

Standard landplane

Maximum takeoff weight2,650 lb
Usable fuel55 US gal

Cessna 180B model applicability and configuration

This page represents the standard landplane model data. Specific propellers, floats, amphibious gear, skis, service kits and later modifications have their own approved applicability. Verify serial number and installed configuration.

Cessna 180B weight and balance

Maximum takeoff weight: 2,650 lb. Maximum combined baggage: 120 lb. The standard landplane maximum weight is 2,650 lb. FAA 5A6 lists higher maximum weights for certain approved floatplane and amphibian installations. Use the individual aircraft weight-and-balance report and equipment list. Use the approved aircraft-specific documentation and current weight-and-balance record for operational calculations. WBcalc does not currently provide a model-specific Cessna 180B calculator.

Always verify aircraft applicability. Check the current POH or AFM, equipment list and weight and balance records for the individual aircraft.

Cessna 180B frequently asked questions

What engine does the Cessna 180B use?

The engine listed for this model is Continental O-470-K.

What is the maximum takeoff weight of the Cessna 180B?

The represented maximum takeoff weight is 2,650 lb.

How much usable fuel does the Cessna 180B carry?

The represented standard usable fuel capacity is 55 U.S. gallons.

Reference sources

FAA: Type Certificate Data Sheet 5A6 - Cessna 180 series

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