This comprehensive parts catalog/manual for the Cessna 172 airplane covers the years 1977-81 and offers detailed illustrations along with complete part numbers. It contains all the necessary information to keep your Cessna 172 working correctly. Whether you are a professional mechanic or a DIY enthusiast, this manual is an indispensable source of detailed information. It will help you better understand, care for, and service your Cessna 172, ultimately lowering the repair and maintenance costs.
Covers the following Cessna 172 Years & Models:
1977 - 172 & 172 Skyhawk
1978 - 172 & 172 Skyhawk
1979 - 172 & 172 Skyhawk
1980 - 172 & 172 Skyhawk
1981 - 172 & 172 Skyhawk
File Format: .PDF
Language: English
The manual is fully printable, allowing you to print pages whenever needed. It offers easy navigation and is fully searchable, enabling you to identify the exact parts needed in the quickest time possible. Additionally, it includes detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams, and drawings for comprehensive understanding.
Cessna Model Information:
172: The basic 172 appeared in November 1955 as the 1956 model and remained in production until replaced by the 172A in early 1960. It was equipped with a Continental O-300 145 hp (108 kW) six-cylinder, air-cooled engine and had a maximum gross weight of 2,200 lb (998 kg).
172A: The 1960 model 172A introduced a swept back tail and rudder, as well as float fittings.
172B: The 172B was introduced in late 1960 as the 1961 model and introduced various enhancements.
172C: The 1962 model was the 172C, bringing optional autopilot and a key starter.
172D: The 1963 172D model introduced significant design changes and a new engine.
172E: The 172E was the 1964 model, featuring electrical fuses replaced with circuit breakers and a re-designed instrument panel.
172F: The 1965 model 172F introduced electrically-operated flaps and was built in France by Reims Cessna as the F172 until 1971.
172G: The 1966 model year 172G introduced a more pointed spinner and various upgrades.
172H: The 1967 model 172H was the last Continental O-300 powered model and introduced several improvements.
172I: The 1968 model marked the beginning of the Lycoming powered 172s and introduced several enhancements.
172J: The planned 172J configuration was introduced as a new model, the 177, due to dealer pressure.
172K: The 1969 "K" model introduced redesigned features and optional long-range wing fuel tanks.
172L: The 172L, sold during 1971 and 1972, replaced the main landing gear and introduced other enhancements.
172M: The 172M of 1973-76 gained a drooped wing leading edge for improved low-speed handling and introduced the optional 'II' package.
172N: The Skyhawk N, or Skyhawk/100 as Cessna termed it, was introduced for the 1977 model year and brought significant improvements.
172P: The 172P, or Skyhawk P, was introduced in 1981 to solve the reliability problems of the "N" engine and saw various enhancements.
172Q Cutlass: The 172Q was introduced in 1983 and given the name Cutlass, featuring a more powerful engine and other improvements.
172R: The Skyhawk R was introduced in 1996 and is powered by a derated Lycoming IO-360-L2A, featuring many improvements.
172S: The Cessna 172S was introduced in 1998 and is powered by a Lycoming IO-360-L2A, offering increased horsepower and other enhancements.
Cessna 172RG: Cessna introduced a retractable-gear version of the 172 in 1980 and named it the Cutlass 172RG, featuring various improvements.
