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The Piper PA-28R-180 Arrow is a four-seat, low-wing, retractable-tricycle-gear piston single associated with the 1967 through 1971 production period.
It uses the Lycoming IO-360-B1E rated at 180 hp. The source-linked configuration represented here has a maximum takeoff weight of 2,500 lb and 48 U.S. gallons of usable fuel.
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Piper PA-28R-180 specifications
| Manufacturer | Piper |
|---|---|
| Model | PA-28R-180 |
| Production years | 1967–1971 |
| Aircraft type | Four-seat retractable-gear piston single |
| Seats | 4 |
| Engine | Lycoming IO-360-B1E |
| Power | 180 hp at 2700 rpm |
| Propeller | Hartzell constant-speed, 2-blade |
| Landing gear | Retractable tricycle |
| Certification | FAA 2A13 |
Piper PA-28R-180 weights and capacities
| Maximum takeoff weight | 2,500 lb |
|---|---|
| Maximum landing weight | 2,500 lb |
| Standard fuel capacity | 50 gal total / 48 gal usable |
| Maximum baggage | 200 lb combined |
Piper PA-28R-180 history and development
The PA-28R-180 is an early retractable-gear member of Piper's PA-28 family and is certificated under FAA Type Certificate Data Sheet 2A13.
In the aircraft family reference the PA-28R-180 is associated with the 1967–1971 period. It precedes the 200 hp PA-28R-200 and the later Arrow III and Arrow IV variants represented in this reference.
Piper PA-28R-180 certification and applicability
| FAA type certificate | 2A13 |
|---|---|
| Catalog production period | 1967–1971 |
| Category | Normal |
Piper PA-28R-180 fuel capacity
FAA certification data list 50 U.S. gallons total fuel capacity for the model. The source-linked WBcalc configuration uses 48 U.S. gallons of usable fuel at the applicable fuel arm.
Always confirm the installed fuel system and usable-fuel quantity from the POH or AFM applicable to the individual aircraft.
Piper PA-28R-180 model applicability and configuration
The specifications on this page describe the PA-28R-180 model-level configuration represented by FAA TCDS 2A13 and the source-linked WBcalc calculator data.
Individual airplanes may differ because of approved modifications, equipment changes and updated weight and balance records.
Piper PA-28R-180 vs PA-28R-200 Arrow II
| Specification | PA-28R-180 | PA-28R-200 Arrow II |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Lycoming IO-360-B1E | Lycoming IO-360-C1C / C1C6 |
| Power | 180 hp | 200 hp |
| Maximum takeoff weight | 2,500 lb | 2,650 lb |
| Usable fuel represented | 48 US gal | 48 US gal |
The later PA-28R-200 Arrow II retains the four-seat retractable-gear PA-28 concept but increases engine output from 180 hp to 200 hp and has a higher maximum takeoff weight in the Arrow II configuration.
Piper PA-28R-180 weight and balance
PA-28R-180 weight and balance calculations must use the current basic empty weight and moment or arm from the individual aircraft's current weight and balance records.
The source-linked calculator represents a 2,500 lb maximum takeoff weight, 48 U.S. gallons usable fuel and the applicable model-specific loading stations and CG envelope.
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Piper PA-28R-180 frequently asked questions
What engine does the Piper PA-28R-180 Arrow use?
The PA-28R-180 uses the Lycoming IO-360-B1E rated at 180 hp at 2,700 rpm.
What is the maximum takeoff weight of the PA-28R-180?
The source-linked configuration represented by WBcalc uses a maximum takeoff weight of 2,500 lb.
How much usable fuel does the PA-28R-180 hold?
The source-linked configuration represented here uses 48 U.S. gallons of usable fuel from 50 gallons total capacity.
Does the PA-28R-180 have retractable landing gear?
Yes. The PA-28R-180 is a retractable-tricycle-gear member of the PA-28 family.
Reference sources
FAA: Type Certificate Data Sheet 2A13
WBcalc source-linked calculator dataset: piper/pa-28r-180
Related PA-28R / PA-28RT Arrow models
- Piper PA-28R-200 - 1969–1976
- Piper PA-28R-201 - 1977–2009