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Cessna 172S Skyhawk Weight and Balance Calculator

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

Maximum takeoff weight: 2,550 lbs. Maximum landing weight: 2,550 lbs. Usable fuel: 53 US gal.

Cessna 172S Skyhawk specifications

SpecificationValue
Maximum takeoff weight2,550 lbs
Maximum landing weight2,550 lbs
Forward CG at 1,950 lbs or less35.0 in
Forward CG at maximum weight41 in
Aft CG limit47.3 in
Usable fuel53 US gal
Fuel arm48 in
Maximum combined baggage120 lbs

Source: Cessna Model 172S Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM, normal category.

Cessna 172S Skyhawk CG limits

Aircraft weightForward CG limitAft CG limit
1,950 lbs35 in47.3 in
2,550 lbs41 in47.3 in

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

Cessna 172S Skyhawk loading stations

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

Cessna 172S Skyhawk fuel capacity

This configuration uses 53 US gallons of usable fuel at an arm of 48 inches.

Cessna 172S 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 172S Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM, normal category.

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