Piper PA-28-181 Archer III Weight and Balance Calculator
Use this calculator to check loaded weight and center of gravity for the Piper PA-28-181 Archer III. 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: 48 US gal.
Data source: Piper PA-28-181 Archer III Pilot's Operating Handbook, 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.
Piper PA-28-181 Archer III specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum takeoff weight | 2,550 lbs |
| Maximum landing weight | 2,550 lbs |
| Forward CG at 2,050 lbs or less | 82 in |
| Forward CG at 2,550 lbs | 88.6 in |
| Aft CG limit | 93 in |
| Usable fuel | 48 US gal |
| Fuel arm | 95 in |
Source: Piper PA-28-181 Archer III Pilot's Operating Handbook, normal category.
Piper PA-28-181 Archer III CG limits
| Aircraft weight | Forward CG limit | Aft CG limit |
|---|---|---|
| 2,050 lbs | 82 in | 93 in |
| 2,550 lbs | 88.6 in | 93 in |
The calculator uses the published CG envelope points and linear interpolation between forward-limit breakpoints where applicable.
Piper PA-28-181 Archer III loading stations
| Station | Arm | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Pilot and front passenger | 80.5 in | |
| Rear passengers | 118.1 in | |
| Baggage | 142.8 in | 200 lbs |
PA-28-181 Archer III fuel capacity
This calculator uses 48 US gallons of usable fuel at an arm of 95 inches.
PA-28-181 Archer III baggage limits
Baggage is limited to 200 lbs
Normal category limits
The CG envelope on this page is for the normal category.
About this Piper PA-28-181 Archer III configuration
This page represents the normal-category Piper PA-28-181 Archer III configuration identified in Piper PA-28-181 Archer III Pilot's Operating Handbook, normal category. The calculator uses a maximum takeoff weight of 2,550 lb and 48 US gal of usable fuel.
The reference datum for the loading arms on this page is See applicable Piper POH and weight and balance record.
Need help with the terminology? Read the aircraft weight and balance guide or the CG envelope guide.
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Piper PA-28-181 Archer III FAQ
What maximum takeoff weight does this Piper PA-28-181 Archer III calculator use?
This calculator uses a maximum takeoff weight of 2,550 lb for the configuration identified on this page.
How much usable fuel is represented for the Piper PA-28-181 Archer III?
This page uses up to 48 US gal of usable fuel at an arm of 95 in.
What baggage limit is represented for the Piper PA-28-181 Archer III?
Baggage is limited to 200 lb on this page.
Source and applicability
Source: Piper PA-28-181 Archer III Pilot's Operating Handbook, 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.
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