Cessna 172S Weight and Balance Calculator

Cessna 172S Weight and Balance Calculator

Item Weight (lbs) Arm (inches) Moment (inch-lbs)
Basic Empty Weight (BEW) 68914.5
Pilot and Front Passenger
Fuel (Full Tanks, 53 gal)
Baggage Area 1
Baggage Area 2
Total
Center of Gravity (CG)

Below is a comprehensive table for the Cessna 172S Weight and Balance. The table includes basic information and specific data points relevant to pilots and aircraft operators.

ParameterValue
Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW)2,550 lbs (1,157 kg)
Maximum Landing Weight2,550 lbs (1,157 kg)
Basic Empty Weight1,665 lbs (755 kg)
Maximum Useful Load885 lbs (401 kg)
Fuel Capacity56 gallons (53 usable)
Fuel Weight (Full Tanks)336 lbs (usable fuel)
Oil Capacity8 quarts
Oil Weight (Full Capacity)15 lbs
Maximum Baggage Weight120 lbs (54 kg)
Arm (Datum to Leading Edge Wing)37.5 inches

Weight and Balance Data Points:

StationWeight (lbs)Arm (inches)Moment (in-lbs)
Pilot and Front Passenger340 (est)3712,580
Rear Passengers340 (max)7324,820
Baggage Area 1120 (max)9511,400
Baggage Area 240 (max)1234,920
Fuel (Full)3364816,128
Oil (Full)15-18-270

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