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The Cessna R182 Skylane RG is a four-seat retractable-gear member of the Cessna 182 family certified under FAA Type Certificate Data Sheet 3A13.
FAA approval for the model is dated July 7, 1977. The cataloged production period is 1978–1986.
Cessna R182 specifications
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
|---|---|
| Model | R182 |
| Production years | 1978–1986 |
| Aircraft type | Four-seat piston single |
| Seats | 4 |
| Landing gear | Retractable tricycle |
| Certification | FAA 3A13 |
Cessna R182 weights and capacities
| Maximum takeoff weight | 3,100 lb |
|---|---|
| Maximum baggage | 200 lb combined |
Cessna R182 engine and configuration
| Engine | Lycoming · O-540-J3C5D · 235 hp · @ 2,400 rpm |
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Fuel capacity and configuration
| Fuel | serial-number-dependent 61/56, 80/75 or 92/88 U.S. gallon fuel configurations |
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Cessna R182 history and development
The R182 represents a distinct development branch within the Skylane family. Cessna changed engines, landing-gear arrangement, fuel systems and certificated loading limits across the 182 series.
For this reason, this page treats the R182 as a separate model rather than assuming that loading information from another Skylane version applies automatically.
Cessna R182 fuel capacity
FAA type-certificate data identify serial-number-dependent 61/56, 80/75 or 92/88 U.S. gallon fuel configurations.
Fuel-system capacity varies by serial number. Early aircraft can use 61-gallon standard or 80-gallon long-range systems, while later airplanes use 92-gallon integral tanks. Exact applicability must therefore be matched to the aircraft serial number.
The applicable aircraft POH/AFM and serial number remain controlling for operational fuel loading.
Cessna R182 model applicability and configuration
This page applies specifically to the Cessna R182 Skylane RG. Adjacent Cessna 182 variants can differ substantially in engine, landing gear, fuel capacity, certified weight and center-of-gravity limits.
Always confirm serial number, approved POH/AFM, installed equipment, modifications and the current aircraft weight-and-balance record.
Cessna R182 weight and balance
FAA TCDS 3A13 specifies a 3,100 lb maximum weight. No separate landing-weight value is inferred here.
FAA data identify two baggage areas with a 200 lb combined maximum combined loading.
WBcalc does not currently provide a model-specific R182 calculator. Do not substitute another Cessna 182 calculator for this model unless the approved aircraft data explicitly establish equivalent applicability.
Cessna R182 frequently asked questions
What engine does the Cessna R182 Skylane RG use?
FAA TCDS 3A13 identifies the Lycoming O-540-J3C5D, rated at 235 hp at 2,400 rpm.
What is the maximum weight of the R182?
FAA TCDS 3A13 identifies a 3,100 lb maximum takeoff or maximum weight, depending on the model-specific certification section.
How much fuel does the R182 carry?
FAA type-certificate data identify serial-number-dependent 61/56, 80/75 or 92/88 U.S. gallon fuel configurations. Exact serial-number applicability must be verified where multiple fuel systems are listed.
What baggage limit applies to the R182?
FAA TCDS 3A13 identifies a 200 lb maximum combined baggage capacity.
Reference sources
FAA: Type Certificate Data Sheet 3A13 - Model R182
Related 182 / R182 / TR182 models
- Cessna 182 - 1956
- Cessna 182A - 1957–1958
- Cessna 182B - 1959
- Cessna 182C - 1960
- Cessna 182D - 1961
- Cessna 182E - 1962
- Cessna 182F - 1963
- Cessna 182G - 1964
- Cessna 182H - 1965
- Cessna 182J - 1966
- Cessna 182K - 1967
- Cessna 182L - 1968
- Cessna 182M - 1969
- Cessna 182N - 1970–1971
- Cessna 182P - 1972–1976
- Cessna 182Q - 1977–1980
- Cessna 182R - 1981–1986
- Cessna 182S - 1997–2000
- Cessna 182T - 2001–present
- Cessna T182 - 1981–1985
- Cessna TR182 - 1979–1986
- Cessna T182T - 2001–present