Introduction; Descriptive Data; Engine; Propeller - Cessna SKYHAWK 172M 1976 Pilot Operating Handbook

CESSNA
MODEL 172M
SECTION 1
GENERAL
INTRODUCTION
This handbook contains 9 sections, and includes the material required
to be furnished to the pilot by CAR Part 3. It also contains supplemental
data supplied by Cessna Aircraft Company.
Section 1 provides basic data and information of general interest. It
also contains definitions or explanations of symbols, abbreviations, and
terminology commonly used.
DESCRIPTIVE DATA
ENGINE
Number of Engines: 1.
Engine Manufacturer: Avco Lycoming.
E;ngine Model Number: 0-320-E2D.
Engine Type: Normally-aspirated, direct-drive, air-cooled, horizontally-
opposed, carburetor equipped, four-cylinder engine with 320 cu. in.
displacement.
Horsepower Rating and Engine Speed: 150 rated BHP at 2700 RPM.
PROPELLER
Propeller Manufacturer: McCauley Accessory Division.
Propeller Model Number: 1C160/DTM7553.
Number of Blades: 2.
Propeller Diameter, Maximum: 75 inches.
Minimum: 74 inches.
Propeller Type: Fixed pitch.
FUEL
Fuel Grade (and Color): 80/87 Minimum Grade Aviation Fuel (red).
Alternate fuels which are also approved are:
100/130 Low Lead AVGAS {green). {Maximum lead content of 2 cc
per gallon. )
100/130 Aviation Grade Fuel {green). (Maximum lead content of
4. 6 cc per gallon. )
NarE
When substituting a highe r octane fuel, low lead AVGAS
100 should be used whenever possible since it will result
in less lead contamin ation of the engine.
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