1975 CESSNA 185F
SKYWAGON

• Year: 1975
• Make/Model: Cessna A185F
• Registration #: N1023F
• Serial #: 18502691
• Location: Bozeman, MT

• Total Time: 3,157 hrs
• Engine Time: 1,179 hrs SMOH
• Prop Time: 172 hrs SPOH
• Flight Rules: IFR
• Number of Seats: 4-6

Flybuyer Aircraft Sales presents this rugged and exceptionally equipped 1975 Cessna 185F Skywagon—a backcountry performer that blends classic strength with thoughtful upgrades. Powered by a Continental IO-520-D and a three-blade Hartzell constant-speed propeller, this aircraft delivers the power, control and short-field performance that make the 185 the ultimate bush plane.

Airframe

• Total Time: 3,157 hrs
• Gross Weight: 3,350 lbs
• Empty Weight: 1,975.7 lbs
• Useful Load: 1,374.3 lbs
• Fuel Capacity: Standard (74 gallons)

Engine / Propeller

• Engine: Continental IO-520-D
• 300 HP takeoff / 285 HP continuous @ 2700 RPM
  • 1,179 hrs SMOH
  • Compressions (Dec 2024): 75 / 74 / 73 / 75 / 74 / 76
• Propeller: 3-bladed Hartzell constant-speed
  • Model: HC-C3YF-1RF
  • 172 hrs SPOH

Avionics

• Garmin G500 Glass Flight Display
• Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel
• Dual Garmin GNS 430 NAV/COMs
• Garmin GTX 327 Transponder
• Garmin GPSmap 496
• Electronics International MVP-50 Engine Monitor
• Garmin GDL 82 (ADS-B Out)

Equipment / Features

• Factory float kit
• Seaplane-style exhaust / floatplane muffler
• VGs installed on wings and tail
• Cargo belly pod
• Air Hawk 29×11-10 tundra tires
• Retractable tail pull handles
• Dual-latch cockpit bubble windows
• Quick-release doors for float or bush operations
• Modern avionics panel
• Re-upholstered leather seats
• Garmin inReach (included w/ sale)

This well-appointed 1975 Cessna 185F delivers everything pilots love about the Skywagon—power, utility and serious capability. With its Continental IO-520-D, factory float kit and a soon-to-be fresh annual, it’s a turn-key performer ready for any mission.

• Last Annual: December 2024
  • Next annual Nov/Dec 2025 (currently in queue w/ Arlin’s Aircraft Service)
• Complete logs
• Damage History: Ground looped in 1997
  • NTSB report findings: “The pilot intentionally touched down on the left side of the runway in order to miss a hole in the private dirt strip.  During the landing roll, the left wing contacted a mesquite tree and the airplane spun around about 45 degrees to the left.  The airplane began to slide sideways which damaged the right wing and broke the right landing gear.”
  • Professionally repaired and documented
• Located in Bozeman, Montana (KBZN)

Contact Rob Roy at Flybuyer Aircraft Sales
406-595-8844
rob@flybuyer.com

All specifications subject to buyer verification. Buyer agrees to use AEROtitle escrow services for registration and funds transfer. Estimated fees are $550, split evenly between buyer and seller. Logs and 100+ photos available to serious inquiries.