1979 CESSNA R172 HAWK XP II
Description
1979 Cessna 172K Hawk XP II (Isham 210 HP Conversion) — $129,900
Overview:
A true hot-rod 172. This Hawk XP II features the desirable Isham STC conversion, 210 HP Continental TCM IO-360-KB2 with a constant-speed prop. The result is a fantastic-sounding, fast-climbing, and fast-cruising cross-country machine that handles high-density altitudes and short fields with ease. Carefully owned by the same pilot since 2019 (just the second owner since new), she has been flown regularly—most recently on a trip to Martha’s Vineyard (KMVY) in July 2026. Always praised for running exceptionally smooth.
IFR Certified
Hangaring History: Meticulously cared for across her life—hangared from 1979 to 2019 at Inyokern (KIYK, CA), tied down at Camarillo (KCMA, CA) from 2019–2021, and kept under a covered tie-down at Robertson Field (KSNC, CT) from 2021 to 2026.
Additional Details:
Second owner since 2019; logs are complete from 2019.
Based at KSNC (CT).
Reason for sale: Simply not flying enough to justify keeping her (even the IA is giving me a hard time for underutilization). Ready for her next loving home.Specifications
Year1979
ManufacturerCESSNA
ModelR172 HAWK XP II
Serial NumberR1723088
Registration #N172XP
ConditionUsed
FlightRulesIFR
Based atKSNC
Total Time2,511
Airframe NotesAirframe Total Time (TTSN): 2,511 Hours
Engine 1 Make/ModelCONTINENTAL IO360KB2BN
Engine Horsepower210 HP
Engine 1 Time1,275 SFRM
Engine TBO2000
Engine NotesEngine: Continental TCM IO-360-KB2 (Isham 210 HP STC) | 1,275 Hours SFRM/SOH (Engine Tach)
Prop NotesConstant Speed Propeller
Flight Deck Manufacturer/ModelGARMIN
Auto PilotYes
Autopilot Manufacturer/ModelS-TEC SYSTEM 20
ADS-B EquippedYes
WAASYes
Engine MonitorYes
Avionics/RadiosAvionics & Panel:
Navigator: Garmin GNS-530W (WAAS GPS/Nav/Com)
Autopilot: S-TEC System 20 Single-Axis Autopilot
ADS-B: Garmin GDL 82 ADS-B Out
Exterior NotesOriginal paint; condition fair.
Number of Seats4
ConfigurationPassenger
Interior NotesOriginal; condition fair.
Inspection StatusFresh Annual completed May 2026
AirworthyYes
Year1979|
ManufacturerCESSNA|
ModelR172 HAWK XP II|
Serial NumberR1723088|
Registration #N172XP|
ConditionUsed|
FlightRulesIFR|
Based atKSNC|
Total Time2,511|
Airframe NotesAirframe Total Time (TTSN): 2,511 Hours|
Engine 1 Make/ModelCONTINENTAL IO360KB2BN |
Engine Horsepower210 HP|
Engine 1 Time1,275 SFRM |
Engine TBO2000|
Engine NotesEngine: Continental TCM IO-360-KB2 (Isham 210 HP STC) | 1,275 Hours SFRM/SOH (Engine Tach)|
Prop NotesConstant Speed Propeller|
Flight Deck Manufacturer/ModelGARMIN|
Auto PilotYes|
Autopilot Manufacturer/ModelS-TEC SYSTEM 20 |
ADS-B EquippedYes|
WAASYes|
Engine MonitorYes|
Avionics/RadiosAvionics & Panel:
Navigator: Garmin GNS-530W (WAAS GPS/Nav/Com)
Autopilot: S-TEC System 20 Single-Axis Autopilot
ADS-B: Garmin GDL 82 ADS-B Out|
Exterior NotesOriginal paint; condition fair.|
Number of Seats4|
ConfigurationPassenger|
Interior NotesOriginal; condition fair.|
Inspection StatusFresh Annual completed May 2026|
AirworthyYes|
