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Piper PA-28R-201

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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

ManufacturerPiper
ModelPA-28R-201
Production years1977–2009
Aircraft typeFour-seat retractable-gear piston single
Seats4
EngineLycoming IO-360-C1C6
Power200 hp at 2700 rpm
PropellerMcCauley or Hartzell constant-speed
Landing gearRetractable tricycle
CertificationFAA 2A13

Piper PA-28R-201 weights and capacities

Maximum takeoff weight2,750 lb
Maximum landing weight2,750 lb
Standard fuel capacity77 gal total / 72 gal usable
Maximum baggage200 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 certificate2A13
Catalog production period1977–2009
Model nameArrow 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

SpecificationArrow IIITurbo Arrow III
ModelPA-28R-201PA-28R-201T
EngineLycoming IO-360-C1C6Continental TSIO-360-F / FB
InductionNormally aspiratedTurbocharged
Power200 hp200 hp
Maximum takeoff weight2,750 lb2,900 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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Always verify aircraft applicability. Check the current POH or AFM, equipment list and weight and balance records for the individual aircraft.

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

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