1975-1986 Cessna 172 Parts Catalog

This comprehensive parts catalog manual provides detailed illustrations and complete part numbers for the Cessna 172 Series Skyhawk airplane, covering the years 1975 to 1986. It is an indispensable source of information for maintaining your Cessna 172 Series plane, suitable for both professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts.

The manual offers easy navigation and is fully searchable, allowing for quick identification of the exact parts needed. It includes detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams, and drawings to aid in understanding and caring for your aircraft, ultimately reducing repair and maintenance costs.

File Format: PDF

Pages: 662

Printable: Yes

Language: English

The Cessna 172 Series Model Information:

• 172 - Introduced in 1955 with a Continental O-300 145 hp engine, with a total of 4195 units constructed over five years.
• 172A - Introduced in 1960 with a swept back tail and rudder, as well as float fittings, with 1015 units built.
• 172B - Introduced in late 1960 as the 1961 model, featuring various enhancements including a shorter undercarriage and reshaped cowling.
• 172C - The 1962 model introduced optional autopilot and key starter, with 889 units produced.
• 172D - The 1963 model introduced lower rear fuselage with wraparound Omni-Vision rear window and a one-piece windshield, with 1146 units built.
• 172E - The 1964 model featured electrical fuses replaced with circuit breakers and a re-designed instrument panel, with 1401 units produced.
• 172F - The 1965 model introduced electrically-operated flaps and was built in France by Reims Cessna as the F172 until 1971, with a total of 1436 units completed.
• 172G - The 1966 model introduced a more pointed spinner and sold 1597 units.
• 172H - The 1967 model was the last Continental O-300 powered model, with 839 units built.
• 172I - The 1968 model marked the beginning of the Lycoming powered 172s, with 1206 units produced.
• 172J - Planned for the 1968 model year but continued as the 172, with the new model introduced as the 177.
• 172K - The 1969 model featured redesigned vertical fin cap and reshaped rear windows, with 1170 units made.
• 172L - Sold during 1971 and 1972, featuring replaced main landing gear and increased width, with 827 units sold in 1971 and 984 in 1972.
• 172M - Produced from 1973 to 1976, gained a drooped wing leading edge for improved low speed handling, with a total of 7306 units manufactured.
• 172N - Introduced for the 1977 model year, featuring a Lycoming O-320-H2AD engine and remained in production until 1980.
• 172P - Introduced in 1981 to solve the reliability problems of the "N" engine, with a maximum flap deflection decreased from 40 degrees to 30, allowing a gross weight increase to 2,400 lb.
• 172Q Cutlass - Introduced in 1983 with a Lycoming O-360-A4N engine of 180 horsepower, production ended after three years.
• 172R - Introduced in 1996, powered by a derated Lycoming IO-360-L2A producing a maximum of 160 horsepower, with various improvements including a new interior and ventilation system.
• 172S - Introduced in 1998, powered by a Lycoming IO-360-L2A producing 180 horsepower, marketed under the name Skyhawk SP and built primarily for private owner-operators.
• Cessna 172RG - Introduced in 1980 as a retractable-gear version, known as the Cutlass 172RG, with 1177 units built between 1980 and 1984.