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The Piper PA-28R-201 Arrow III is a four-seat, low-wing, retractable-tricycle-gear piston single powered by the Lycoming IO-360-C1C6 rated at 200 hp.
The source-linked configuration represented here has a maximum takeoff weight of 2,750 lb and 72 U.S. gallons of usable fuel.
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Piper PA-28R-201 specifications
| Manufacturer | Piper |
|---|---|
| Model | PA-28R-201 |
| Production years | 1977–2009 |
| Aircraft type | Four-seat retractable-gear piston single |
| Seats | 4 |
| Engine | Lycoming IO-360-C1C6 |
| Power | 200 hp at 2700 rpm |
| Propeller | McCauley or Hartzell constant-speed |
| Landing gear | Retractable tricycle |
| Certification | FAA 2A13 |
Piper PA-28R-201 weights and capacities
| Maximum takeoff weight | 2,750 lb |
|---|---|
| Maximum landing weight | 2,750 lb |
| Standard fuel capacity | 77 gal total / 72 gal usable |
| Maximum baggage | 200 lb combined |
Piper PA-28R-201 history and development
The PA-28R-201 Arrow III followed the PA-28R-200 series and is associated with the 1977–2009 period.
Piper documentation separates PA-28R-201 publication groups by production and serial-number range, while FAA Type Certificate Data Sheet 2A13 defines the certified model applicability.
Piper PA-28R-201 certification and applicability
| FAA type certificate | 2A13 |
|---|---|
| Catalog production period | 1977–2009 |
| Model name | Arrow III |
Piper PA-28R-201 fuel capacity
FAA certification data list 77 U.S. gallons total fuel capacity. The source-linked WBcalc configuration represents 72 U.S. gallons of usable fuel.
Piper PA-28R-201 model applicability and configuration
Piper documentation divides PA-28R-201 aircraft into serial-number-specific publication groups. Operating limits, equipment and weight and balance data must therefore be matched to the individual aircraft.
Piper PA-28R-201 Arrow III vs Turbo Arrow III
| Specification | Arrow III | Turbo Arrow III |
|---|---|---|
| Model | PA-28R-201 | PA-28R-201T |
| Engine | Lycoming IO-360-C1C6 | Continental TSIO-360-F / FB |
| Induction | Normally aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Power | 200 hp | 200 hp |
| Maximum takeoff weight | 2,750 lb | 2,900 lb |
The normally aspirated PA-28R-201 Arrow III and turbocharged PA-28R-201T Turbo Arrow III share the Arrow III generation designation but use different engine families and have different certificated maximum weights.
Piper PA-28R-201 weight and balance
PA-28R-201 weight and balance calculations must use the individual aircraft's current basic empty weight and moment or arm together with its applicable approved loading limits.
The source-linked WBcalc configuration represents a 2,750 lb maximum takeoff weight, 72 U.S. gallons usable fuel and the model-specific loading stations and CG envelope.
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Piper PA-28R-201 frequently asked questions
What engine does the Piper PA-28R-201 Arrow III use?
The PA-28R-201 Arrow III uses the Lycoming IO-360-C1C6 rated at 200 hp at 2,700 rpm.
What is the maximum takeoff weight of the PA-28R-201 Arrow III?
The source-linked configuration represented here has a maximum takeoff weight of 2,750 lb.
How much usable fuel does the PA-28R-201 Arrow III hold?
The source-linked configuration represented here uses 72 U.S. gallons of usable fuel from 77 gallons total capacity.
What is the difference between the Arrow III and Turbo Arrow III?
The PA-28R-201 Arrow III uses a normally aspirated Lycoming IO-360-C1C6, while the PA-28R-201T Turbo Arrow III uses a turbocharged Continental TSIO-360-F or -FB. Both are rated at 200 hp, but their certified maximum weights differ.
Reference sources
FAA: Type Certificate Data Sheet 2A13, Model PA-28R-201
WBcalc source-linked calculator dataset: piper/pa-28r-201-arrow-iii
Related PA-28R / PA-28RT Arrow models
- Piper PA-28R-200 - 1969–1976
- Piper PA-28R-201T
- Piper PA-28RT-201 - 1979–1982
