1956-1962 Cessna 172 / 175 Parts Catalog
Complete illustrated parts list for Cessna 172 and 175 aircraft models including fuselage, landing gear, engine systems, and all components. Essential reference guide for aircraft service and maintenance with detailed part numbers and assembly diagrams.
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Cessna Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Cessna 172, Cessna 172 Skyhawk, Cessna 175, Cessna 175 Skylark
Sub-models / Variants: 172, 172 Skyhawk, 175, 175 Skylark
Build Years: 1956–1962
Serial Numbers: 172 (1956: 28000–29174, 1957: 29175–36215, 1958: 36216–36965, 1959: 36966–46754, 1960: 46755–47746, 1961: 17247747–17248734, 1962: 17248735–17249544), 175 (1958: 55001–55703, 1959: 55704–56238, 1960: 56239–56777, 1961: 17556778–17557002, 1962: 17557003–17557119)
Technical Data:
- Engine: Continental O-300
- Engine Displacement: 2.7 liters (164 cubic inches)
- Maximum Gross Weight: 2,200 pounds (998 kilograms)
- Fuel Capacity: 36 gallons (136 liters)
- Propeller Diameter: 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 meters)
- Service Ceiling: 12,500 feet (3,810 meters)
- Cruise Speed: 124 miles per hour (200 kilometers per hour) at 65 percent power
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Cessna 172 & 175 Illustrated Parts Catalog Features
- Covers 1956–1962 Cessna 172, 172 Skyhawk, 175, and 175 Skylark models with associated variant serial ranges
- Third-party publication originating from the 15 February 1963 master edition, updated with Temporary Revisions 1 and 2
- Contains 445 pages of exploded-view diagrams, parts lists, and finish/trim combination charts
- Files link appears in your order confirmation straight away
- Page spreads stay legible when printed at original size
- Full-text search finds any part number in seconds
- This 1963 official revision serves as the final parts reference for the 1956–1962 build cycle including all late-production serial changes
Component Documentation and Illustrated Assembly
This 1956–1962 Cessna 172 and 175 parts catalog documents the factory-specified part numbers and hardware configurations for the series. The document provides illustrated parts lists for the airframe, including wing structures, fuselage sections, fin and dorsal assemblies, and stabilizer installations. Each assembly is presented with indexed diagrams keyed to part-number listings that identify standard Cessna system items alongside specific airframe components.
Specification and Usage Data
The Cessna 172 and 175 catalog details finish and trim combinations, including specific paint codes and interior upholstery materials by model year. Technical data provided includes the Continental O-300 engine displacement of 2.7 liters and aircraft gross weight ratings of 2,200 pounds. The manual also documents serial-range specific code changes, allowing technicians to verify correct part compatibility for 1956–1962 production units. Reference data covers fuel tank capacities of 36 gallons and propeller assembly dimensions for standard metal configurations. Reference only — always consult a certified technician before performing service on this equipment. Understanding parts documentation for vintage aircraft provides further context on navigating these technical archives. This 445-page OEM-style parts catalog supports the 1956–1962 Cessna 172 and 175 airframes, providing illustrated breakdown views and serial-specific part identification for all major assemblies, including wings, fuselage, and empennage sections.
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