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Cessna 182H Weight and Balance Calculator

Aircraft reference: Cessna 182H production years, model information and certification

This calculator represents the normal-category landplane loading data for the Cessna 182H from the FAA Type Certificate Data Sheet. Enter the current basic empty weight and arm from the weight and balance record for the individual aircraft.

Maximum weight: 2,800 lbs. Usable fuel: 60 US gal. Fuel arm: 48 in.

Data source: FAA TCDS 3A13, Model 182H normal category. How WBcalc sources aircraft data

Enter the aircraft loading and fuel plan to check takeoff and expected landing conditions. After calculating, you can print or save the completed weight and balance worksheet as a PDF.


Cessna 182H specifications

SpecificationValue
Maximum takeoff weight2,800 lbs
Maximum landing weight2,800 lbs
Forward CG at 2,250 lbs or less33 in
Forward CG at 2,800 lbs38.4 in
Aft CG limit47.4 in
Usable fuel60 US gal
Fuel arm48 in

Source: FAA TCDS 3A13, Model 182H normal category.

Cessna 182H CG limits

Aircraft weightForward CG limitAft CG limit
2,250 lbs33 in47.4 in
2,800 lbs38.4 in47.4 in

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

Cessna 182H loading stations

StationArmLimit
Pilot and front passenger36 in
Rear passengers71 in
Baggage97 in120 lbs

182H fuel capacity

This calculator uses 60 US gallons of usable fuel at an arm of 48 inches.

182H baggage limits

Baggage is limited to 120 lbs

Normal category limits

The CG envelope on this page is for the normal category.


About this Cessna 182H configuration

This page represents the normal-category Cessna 182H configuration identified in FAA TCDS 3A13, Model 182H normal category. The calculator uses a maximum takeoff weight of 2,800 lb and 60 US gal of usable fuel.

The reference datum for the loading arms on this page is Datum used by FAA TCDS 3A13.

Need help with the terminology? Read the aircraft weight and balance guide or the CG envelope guide.

Related aircraft

Cessna 182G, Cessna 182J, Cessna 182T Skylane, Cessna 182B, Cessna 182F, Cessna 182E, Cessna 182

Cessna 182H FAQ

What maximum takeoff weight does this Cessna 182H calculator use?

This calculator uses a maximum takeoff weight of 2,800 lb for the configuration identified on this page.

How much usable fuel is represented for the Cessna 182H?

This page uses up to 60 US gal of usable fuel at an arm of 48 in.

What baggage limit is represented for the Cessna 182H?

Baggage is limited to 120 lb on this page.

Source and applicability

Source: FAA TCDS 3A13, Model 182H normal category. Check the current POH or AFM, aircraft weight and balance record, equipment list and applicable supplements for the individual aircraft.

WBcalc is a planning aid. Check the current POH or AFM, aircraft weight and balance record, equipment list and applicable supplements before flight.

Need model context? View the Cessna 182H Aircraft Reference page for production years, family information and certification details.
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