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Cessna 172P Skyhawk Weight and Balance Calculator

Use this calculator to check loaded weight and center of gravity for the Cessna 172P Skyhawk. Enter the current empty weight and empty arm from the aircraft weight and balance record for the individual aircraft.

Maximum takeoff weight: 2,400 lbs. Maximum landing weight: 2,400 lbs. Usable fuel: 40 US gal.

Cessna 172P Skyhawk specifications

SpecificationValue
Maximum takeoff weight2,400 lbs
Maximum landing weight2,400 lbs
Forward CG at 1,950 lbs or less35.0 in
Forward CG at maximum weight39.5 in
Aft CG limit47.3 in
Usable fuel40 US gal
Fuel arm48 in
Maximum combined baggage120 lbs

Source: Cessna Model 172P Pilot's Operating Handbook / FAA TCDS 3A12, normal category.

Cessna 172P Skyhawk CG limits

Aircraft weightForward CG limitAft CG limit
1,950 lbs35 in47.3 in
2,400 lbs39.5 in47.3 in

The calculator uses the published CG envelope points and linear interpolation between forward-limit breakpoints where applicable.

Cessna 172P Skyhawk loading stations

StationArmLimit
Pilot and front passenger37 in
Rear passengers73 in
Baggage area 195 in120 lbs
Baggage area 2123 in50 lbs

Cessna 172P Skyhawk fuel capacity

This configuration uses 40 US gallons of usable fuel at an arm of 48 inches.

Cessna 172P Skyhawk baggage limits

Baggage area 1 is limited to 120 lbs, baggage area 2 to 50 lbs, and combined baggage must not exceed 120 lbs.

Source

Cessna Model 172P Pilot's Operating Handbook / FAA TCDS 3A12, normal category.

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