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The Piper PA-28R and PA-28RT Arrow family covers retractable-gear variants of the PA-28 series. Arrow model designations differ in engine, tail configuration, production period and weight and balance applicability.
Piper PA-28R / PA-28RT Arrow overview
The Piper Arrow family developed through several certification models, including the PA-28R-180, PA-28R-200, PA-28R-201 Arrow III and PA-28RT-201 Arrow IV.
The suffix is especially important in the Arrow family. The PA-28RT designation identifies the T-tail Arrow generation and should not be assumed to use the same loading or operating data as earlier PA-28R aircraft.
Piper PA-28R / PA-28RT Arrow models and production years
Select Specs & details to view available engine, dimensions, weights, fuel capacity and other model-specific aircraft information. Use W&B Calculator to open the weight and balance tool for that model.
| Model | Production years | Aircraft information | Weight & balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-28R-180 | 1967–1971 | Specs & details → | W&B Calculator → |
| Piper PA-28R-200 | 1969–1976 | Specs & details → | W&B Calculator → |
| Piper PA-28R-201 | 1977–2009 | Specs & details → | W&B Calculator → |
| Piper PA-28R-201T | — | Specs & details → | |
| Piper PA-28RT-201 | 1979–1982 | Specs & details → | W&B Calculator → |
| Piper PA-28RT-201T | — | Specs & details → |
How to identify the correct PA-28R / PA-28RT Arrow model
Identify the aircraft using the complete model designation in its POH, AFM and aircraft records. PA-28R-180, PA-28R-200, PA-28R-201 and PA-28RT-201 are distinct certification identities.
The PA-28R-180 covers 1967–1971, the PA-28R-200 covers 1969–1976, the PA-28R-201 spans an overall 1977–2009 production envelope with interruptions, and the PA-28RT-201 covers 1979–1982.
PA-28R / PA-28RT Arrow model differences
Model variants within the same aircraft family can differ in engine installation, maximum weight, fuel system, loading stations, baggage limits and center-of-gravity envelope. Check the limits and loading data for the exact aircraft model and configuration.
Piper PA-28R / PA-28RT Arrow weight and balance
Arrow variants can differ in maximum weight, fuel arrangement, baggage allowance, landing-gear configuration and center-of-gravity envelope. A calculator intended for one Arrow model should not be assumed to apply to another without checking the approved documentation.
WBcalc links each supported Arrow designation to its own model-specific calculator to reduce the risk of mixing data between generations.
Frequently asked questions
What years was the Piper PA-28R-180 Arrow produced?
The Piper PA-28R-180 Arrow covers model years 1967 through 1971.
What years was the Piper PA-28R-200 produced?
The Piper PA-28R-200 covers an overall model-year range of 1969 through 1976.
What years was the Piper PA-28R-201 Arrow III produced?
The Piper PA-28R-201 spans an overall production envelope from 1977 through 2009, with interruptions in production.
What years was the Piper PA-28RT-201 Arrow IV produced?
The Piper PA-28RT-201 Arrow IV covers model years 1979 through 1982.
What does PA-28RT mean?
The PA-28RT designation identifies the T-tail Arrow generation. It is a distinct model series from the earlier PA-28R aircraft.