Cessna 182T Skylane Weight and Balance Calculator
Use this calculator to check ramp, takeoff and expected landing weight and center of gravity for the Cessna 182T Skylane NAV III configuration represented by this page. Replace the reference empty weight and arm with the current values from the individual aircraft weight and balance record before flight planning.
Maximum ramp weight: 3,110 lbs. Maximum takeoff weight: 3,100 lbs. Maximum landing weight: 2,950 lbs. Usable fuel: 87 US gal.
Data source: Cessna Model 182T NAV III Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM, GFC 700 AFCS, 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 182T Skylane specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum takeoff weight | 3,100 lbs |
| Maximum landing weight | 2,950 lbs |
| Forward CG at 2,250 lbs or less | 33 in |
| Forward CG at 2,700 lbs | 35.5 in |
| Forward CG at 3,100 lbs | 40.9 in |
| Aft CG limit | 46 in |
| Usable fuel | 87 US gal |
| Fuel arm | 46.5 in |
| Maximum combined baggage | 200 lbs |
| Maximum combined baggage | 80 lbs |
Source: Cessna Model 182T NAV III Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM, GFC 700 AFCS, normal category.
Cessna 182T Skylane CG limits
| Aircraft weight | Forward CG limit | Aft CG limit |
|---|---|---|
| 2,250 lbs | 33 in | 46 in |
| 2,700 lbs | 35.5 in | 46 in |
| 3,100 lbs | 40.9 in | 46 in |
The calculator uses the published CG envelope points and linear interpolation between forward-limit breakpoints where applicable.
Cessna 182T Skylane loading stations
| Station | Arm | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Pilot and front passenger | 32 to 50 | |
| Rear passengers | 74 in | |
| Baggage area A | 97 in | 120 lbs |
| Baggage area B | 116 in | 80 lbs |
| Baggage area C | 129 in | 80 lbs |
182T Skylane fuel capacity
This calculator uses 87 US gallons of usable fuel at an arm of 46.5 inches.
182T Skylane baggage limits
Baggage area A is limited to 120 lbs, Baggage area B is limited to 80 lbs and Baggage area C is limited to 80 lbs. Combined baggage must not exceed 200 lbs.
Normal category limits
The CG envelope on this page is for the normal category.
About this Cessna 182T Skylane configuration
This page represents the normal-category Cessna 182T Skylane configuration identified in Cessna Model 182T Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM, normal category. The calculator uses a maximum takeoff weight of 3,100 lb and 87 US gal of usable fuel.
The reference datum for the loading arms on this page is Front face of firewall.
Need help with the terminology? Read the aircraft weight and balance guide or the CG envelope guide.
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Cessna 182T Skylane FAQ
What maximum takeoff weight does this Cessna 182T Skylane calculator use?
This calculator uses a maximum takeoff weight of 3,100 lb for the configuration identified on this page.
How much usable fuel is represented for the Cessna 182T Skylane?
This page uses up to 87 US gal of usable fuel at an arm of 46.5 in.
What combined loading limit is represented for the Cessna 182T Skylane?
Baggage areas A, B and C is limited to 200 lb in the configuration used by this calculator.
Source and applicability
Source: Cessna Model 182T NAV III Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM, GFC 700 AFCS, normal category. The represented sample loading uses a 3,110 lb ramp condition and a 10 lb engine start, taxi and run-up allowance. Verify the POH/AFM applicable to the individual aircraft, serial number, installed equipment, supplements and current weight and balance record.
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