Model Variants Covered:
172, 172 Skyhawk, 172RG Cutlass RG (parts catalog coverage 1975-1986)
Production Years Covered:
1975-1986
Document Type:
Illustrated Parts Catalog
Serial Number Coverage:
N/A - specific serial ranges not stated in the available description
Market Position:
Owner-operators and flight schools
Competitive Advantage:
The 172RG Cutlass RG offered a retractable gear, constant-speed propeller, and higher cruise speed than the fixed-gear Skyhawk
Cruise Speed Reference (172RG):
140 knots
Cruise Speed Reference (Standard 172):
122 knots
Primary Use Highlight:
Popular complex aircraft trainer for flight schools
Airframe Sections:
Illustrated parts listings for airframe assemblies
Landing Gear:
Including retractable landing gear components for the 172RG
Engine Installation:
Mounts, baffles, induction, and exhaust components
Propeller:
Constant-speed propeller parts and installation
Avionics and Instruments:
Panel-mounted avionics and instrument parts
Electrical System:
Wiring, switches, relays, and electrical components
Fuel System:
Tanks, lines, selector, and fuel system hardware
Flight Controls:
Control surfaces, cables, pulleys, and linkages
Interior:
Seats, trim, upholstery, and cabin fittings
Exterior:
Skin panels, fairings, and access covers
Hardware:
Standard hardware and fasteners
Part Numbers:
Illustrated part numbers and reference callouts
Illustrations:
Exploded diagrams to assist in part identification
Assembly Relationships:
Component relationships to support assembly and disassembly
Technical Depth:
Parts identification and assembly reference, not maintenance procedures
Variant Coverage:
Covers 172 and 172RG where applicable to the covered years
Parts Ordering:
Part numbers and descriptions for ordering
Year Overlap:
Parts changes across the covered production years
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine Model (172RG):
Lycoming O-360-F1A6
Horsepower (172RG):
180 hp
Fuel System:
Horizontally opposed, carbureted or fuel-injected depending on variant and year
Engine Layout:
Four-cylinder horizontally opposed
Standard 172 Engines:
Lycoming O-320 series
Propeller:
Constant-speed propeller on the 172RG; fixed-pitch on the standard 172
Specific Engine Data:
N/A - consult the applicable engine maintenance manual for detailed specifications
Transmission Type:
N/A - aircraft; no automotive transmission
Propeller Drive:
Direct drive from engine to propeller
Propeller Control (172RG):
Constant-speed propeller governed by a propeller governor
Propeller Control (Standard 172):
Fixed-pitch propeller
Transmission Features:
N/A - not applicable to this aircraft
Wingspan:
N/A - exact figure not stated in the available description
Length:
N/A - exact figure not stated in the available description
Height:
N/A - exact figure not stated in the available description
Wheelbase:
N/A - not applicable to aircraft
Cabin Seating:
Four seats
Curb Weight:
N/A - not applicable; aircraft uses empty and maximum takeoff weights
Empty Weight:
N/A - consult the applicable aircraft specification for the exact figure
Maximum Takeoff Weight:
N/A - consult the applicable aircraft specification for the exact figure
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - not applicable to aircraft
Avionics Safety:
Garmin G1000 suite providing advanced navigation, communication, and safety capabilities
Landing Gear:
Retractable landing gear on the 172RG
Active Features:
N/A - specific systems not listed in the available description
Passive Features:
N/A - specific systems not listed in the available description
Service Intervals:
N/A - not specified in the available description
Fluid Specifications:
N/A - not specified in the available description
Known Issues:
N/A - not specified in the available description
Common Wear Items:
N/A - not specified in the available description
Parts Reference:
Use this parts catalog to identify components for inspection, repair, or overhaul