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CESSNA 182 TRAINING MANUAL

Models and Differences

As detailed on the previous page, the Cessna 182 model had a number of type

variants during its production history. Additionally there are a number of post-

manufacture modifications available for the airframe, instruments/avionics

equipment and electrics.

Speeds often vary between models by one or two knots, sometimes more for

significant type variants. Whenever maximum performance is required the speeds

will also vary with weight, and density altitude. For simplification the speeds have

been provided for the model C182 Skylane, which was produced in the largest

numbers.

All speeds have been converted to knots and rounded up to the nearest 5kts.

Generally multiple provision of figures can lead to confusion for memory items and

this application is safer for practical use during conversion training.

During practical training reference should be made to the flight manual of the

aeroplane you will be flying to ensure that the limitations applicable for that

aeroplane are adhered to. Likewise when flying different models it should always be

remembered that MAUW, flap limitations, engine limitations and speeds may vary

from model to model. Before flying different models, particularly if maximum

performance is required, the AFM should be consulted to verify differences.

Model History

We provide the following information to outline significant differences from an

operational perspective. A detailed history is provided in the table following and in

subsequent chapters.

C182

The early model C182 had the same fuselage as the C180 (“straight back”), without

the rear window.

The main operational differences of the C182 are summarised here:

●

manual flap lever and the limitation of 100mph (87kts) for all flap selections

●

lower maximum all up weight (2550lbs)

Various minor airframe changes were made to gradually bring about the more

commonly known version of the C182 including:

●

C182A Weight increased to 2650lbs;

●

C182C Third window on cabin, swept tail;

●

C182E Wrap around rear window, re-profiled cowlings, improved fairings,

electric flaps, weight increased to 2800lbs, flap limits increased to 110mph

(95kts), optional 8-USGal fuel tanks;

●

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The addition of the rear window, and swept tail, and later cowling and fairing

modifications were mainly responsible for the present appearance of the C182.

●

C182L Preselect flap control, first 10 degrees increased to 160mph (140kts);

●

C182N Maximum takeoff weight increased to 2950lbs;

●

C182P Tubular steel undercarriage increasing landing weight to 2950lbs,

enlarged fin;

●

C182Q Maximum rpm reduced to 2400 with O-470U designed for 100/130

fuel, vernier mixture control standard, electrical system changed to 28V and

bladder tanks replaced with integral tanks with a higher standard fuel capacity

of 88USGal;

●

C182R Takeoff weight increased to 3100, 20 degrees flap limit increased to

120kts;

●

C182S Fuel injection, first 10 degrees increased to 100kts, annunciator panel,

or optional G1000 avionics;

●

C182T G1000 avionics now standard equipment.

Major performance options were offered in the late 1970's including:

C182RG (R182), 1977-1986

Retractable version of the Skylane, improved speed but added responsibility.

T182RG and T182, 1979-1986

235hp turbo charged version, service ceiling 20,000 (with oxygen!), added power,

added maintenance, increase in MAUW to 3100lbs.

When Cessna resumed production of it's single engine range in the 90's, a new and

improved C182S was available.

C182S, C182 T, T182T 1997 on

If you are lucky enough to find one of these it is really a dream to operate. After

the recovery from public liability suits and the 80's recession, the C182 received

upgraded systems and equipment to produce the same proven design with the

latest accessories and support.

Significant differences include:

●

IO540 fuel injected engine, providing 230hp at 2400rpm;

●

Full IFR avionics as standard installation including auto pilot;

●

Warning and caution annunciator panel indications or optional G1000 avionics

suite;

The S and T have slightly lower load carrying capacity than earlier models due

mainly to avionics installations, and the fuel injected system, although alleviating

carburettor problems, can be quite complicated for the inexperienced pilot and

differences training is highly recommended.

Reims F182

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Like all Reims productions we have to admit this model is also an excellent version.

Only 169 aircraft were produced.

Significant differences include:

●

Lower stall speeds, similar to STOL equipped C182s;

●

Slightly higher cruise speeds;

●

Different airframe manufacturing processes.

Robertson STOL kits

Additions of Robertson STOL Kits (Sierra Industries) to the C182 produce

remarkable short field performance and stall speeds that approach that of a 152,

however without any significant increase drag in the cruise. It is an impressive

modification, however must be taken carefully if you wish to use it to its limits. Care

should be taken at low speed where operating near the wrong side of the drag

curve, particularly when at MAUW and with high density altitudes.

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Model History Versus Serial Number

Model Name Year Starting

Serial

Number

Significant Changes

C182 1956 18233000 2550lbs maximum weight, Continental

0470-L engine developing 230hp at

2600rpm, 14V electrical system.

C182A Skylane for

deluxe

version

only

1957 18233843 2650lbs maximum weight, increase

from 60 to 65USgal fuel capacity,

useable fuel remains at 55USgal. Some

minor improvements to the airframe

and fittings including modified

instrument panel layout. Electrical fuel

gagues and low voltage warning light

standard.

1958 18234754-

34999

Skylane name introduced for deluxe

model. Exhaust moved for improved

cooling, rudder linkages changed to

bungee type, and improved instrument

lighting.

18251001

C182B 1959 18251557 Cowl flaps added.

C182C 1960 18252359 Tail fin and rudder changed to a swept

tail shape and third cabin side window

added on each side. Flush caps replaced

with standard raised grip fuel caps.

Minor interior changes including plastic

control wheel grip, and major changes

to fuselage and cowling designs to

improve maintenance.

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Model Name Year Starting

Serial

Number

Significant Changes

C182D 1961 18253008* The last of the 'straight back' models.

The instrument panel layout improved,

with the artificial horizon in a more

direct line of sight from the left seat.

Cowling fastenings changed to quick

release type. Pull starter replaced by

key starter.

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Model Name Year Starting

Serial

Number

Significant Changes

C182E 1962 18253599 Maximum weight increased to 2800lbs

Optional 84 USG tank (80 USG useable)

Cut down rear fuselage and added

"omni-vision" wraparound rear window,

flap limit increased on all stages from

100mph to 110mph (95kts), manual

flap replaced by electric flap with a

toggle switch and indicator. Pull

contactor master switch change to a

rocker type. Engine changed to 0470-R.

C182F C182 or

Skylane

1963 18254424 Optional autopilot available. Improved

overhead instrument lighting.

C182G 1964 18255059 One piece rear window fitted, aft cabin

windows enlarged.

C182H 1965 55845 Pointed spinner replaces rounded shape.

Horizontal stabiliser and elevator width

increased. One piece front windshield.

C182J 1966 56685 Rotary door latches fitted, larger cowl

access panel provided for easier

maintenance.

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Model Name Year Starting

Serial

Number

Significant Changes

C182K 1967 57626 An alternator replaces the generator for

electrical power supply.

C182L 1968 58506 Flap toggle switch replaced by a “pre-

select” lever and floating arm indicator,

flap limiting speed on first 10 degrees

increased to 160mph (140kts). AH

moved to central position, to resemble

later more ergonomic instrument panel

configurations. Sump fuel stainer control

moved from instrument panel to beside

oil dipstick.

A182J Argentine

C182

1966 A182-001 Argentinian built models.

A182K 1967 A182-057

A182L 1968 A182-097 on

C182M C182 or

Skylane

1969 18259306 Generator output increased to 60 Amps.

C182N 1970 18260056 Maximum takeoff weight increased to

2950lbs, landing weight remains

2800lbs. Split rocker master switch

installed to isolate battery from

alternator.

C182N 1971 18260446 Shoulder harnesses standard in front

seats, 80lbs baggage permitted in aft

compartment, total still 120lbs.

C182P C182 or

Skylane

1972 18260826 Flat spring steel main landing gear

struts replaced with tubular steel.

Landing weight increased to 2950lbs to

match takeoff weight. Baggage in aft

compartment now total 200lbs (120 in

forward part and 80 in aft part of

compartment). Landing lights shifted

from wing to nose cowling. Engine

gauge markings relabelled with arcs for

improved ergonomics. High voltage

sensor and 'High Voltage' warning light

replaces the generator warning light.

1973 18261426 Factory installed avionics upgraded from

100 channel to 200 channel.

1974 18262466 Door handles now close flush with

armrest in locked position.

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Model Name Year Starting

Serial

Number

Significant Changes

1975 18263476 Engine changed to O-470-S. Improved

cowling and fairing design increases

reported cruise speed approximately

5kts. Lower profile glareshield.

C182 Skylane

only

1976 18264296 Airspeed indicator changed from mph to

kts, flap limit placards converted from

110mph to 95kts. Optional electric trim.

F182P Reims 1976 F1820001-

F1820025

Built by Reims in France

A182M Argentine

C182

1969 Not assigned Argentinian built models.

A182N 1970 A1820117-

A182136

A182N 1971 Not assigned

A182N 1972 Not assigned

A182N AMC182 1973

A1820137-

A182146

A182N 1974-

1976

Not assigned

C182Q Skylane or

Skylane II

1977 18265176-

18265965

Changed to Avgas 100/130 engine

design with Continental O-470-U,

developing 230hp at 2400rpm,

maximum rpm reduced primarily for

noise, but also a reported improved

climb performance. Vernier mixture

control now standard.

C182Q 1978 18265966-

18266590

&18263479

Electrical system changed from 14 to 28

Volts, battery capacity 24V, 12.75 or

15.5 amp-hr. Engine configured for

Avgas 100LL/100. Avionics master

switch installed. Window latch

redesigned to sit flush with window

indent.

C182Q 1979 18266591-

18267300

Integral fuel tank replaces bladder tank

and capacity increased to 92USgal,

88USgal usable. Alternator control unit

changed to integral unit, and 'HIGH

VOLTAGE' warning light relabelled 'LOW

VOLTAGE'.

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Model Name Year Starting

Serial

Number

Significant Changes

C182Q 1980 18267301,

18267302-

18267715

New audio panel with marker beacons.

A pull type alternator circuit breaker

fitted.

F182P Reims/

Cessna

Skylane/II

1977 F18200026-

F18200064

Built by Reims in France.

F182Q F Skylane 1978 F18200065-

F18200094

F182Q F Skylane

1979 F18200095-

F18200129

F182Q 1980 F18200130-

F18200169

C182R

/T182

Skylane or

Turbo

Skylane/

Skylane II

Turbo

Skylane II/

Skylane or

Turbo

Skylane

-With

Value

Group A

1981 18267716-

18268055

&18267302

Maximum weight increased to 3100lbs

for takeoff, landing weight remains

2950lbs. Introduction of optional turbo-

charged engine with designator T182.

Door latch redesigned to include an

upper latching pin.

1982 118268056

1983 18268294 Low Vacuum warning light fitted, flap

speed for 20 degrees increased to

120kts.

1984 18268369 Rear shoulder harnesses standard.

1985 18268434

1986 18268542-

18268586

R182/

TR182

Skylane

1978-

1986

R18200002-

R18202039

Retractable version and turbo

retractable version, with Lycoming O-

540-J3C5D, 235hp at 2400rpm.

Note 1: Unlike most Cessna's which have the suffic RG to designate retractable,

Cessna termed the retractable version of the Cessna 182 “R182”, unfortunately

this is easily confused with the C182R and also can be confused with terminology

used to designate the C172 military and Hawk XP version - “R172” which is not

retractable. In this text the term C182RG has been used to refer to the retractable

version to avoid confusion.

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Model Name Year Starting

Serial

Number

Significant Changes

182S Skylane 1997-

2001

18280001 Engine changed to Lycoming IO-540-

AB1A5, fuel injected, 230hp at

2400rpm, dual vacuum system,

annunciator panel or optional G1000

avionics. Maximum ramp weight

increased to 3110Lbs, takeoff and

landing remain unchanged. First 10

degrees flap limit increased to 100kts.

182T Skylane 2001

18280945 Minor modifications to engine cowling,

wheel fairings and step. G1000 avionics

now standard equipment.

T182T Skylane TC 2001

T18208001 Lycoming TIO540-AK1A, turbo, fuel

injected, 235hp at 2400rpm, 4 place

oxygen system.

Note 2: The designator T182/TR182 was given to models from 1978 on which

were fitted with a turbocharger, again this should not be confused with the later

design C182T which is normally aspirated.

Common Modifications Table

There are over 500 STCs on the C182, it would not be useful to list them all here.

This table attempts to identify a few of the more commonly used and more widely

beneficial modifications available.

TYPE NAME and

MANUFACTURER

DIFFERENCES and FEATURES

Any Air Research

Technology Inc STOL

kit

Increases weight to 2950, useful on older models,

extends the wing by 37 inches, which also

increases performance.

Any Ski's/Floats

(Various)

C182s (unlike the less suitable C172)

unfortunately never had a factory float plane

option available, however a number of STC's are

available for full conversion to seaplane operation.

Flight Bonus speed

kit (available from

Horton STOLcraft)

Reported to improve cruise speed 12-18kts.

Any Drag reduction kits

(Various)

Various – normally involving speed fairings to

reduce form drag, there are various drag reduction

kits available to improve cruise speeds.

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TYPE NAME and

MANUFACTURER

DIFFERENCES and FEATURES

Engine Modifications,

(Various)

Various engine refits are available, the most

common being the IO470, IO520, and IO550

engines, for improved performance. All these also

being fuel injected, additionally address

carburettor and carb-ice issues.

Any Horton STOL Tip and wing surface modifications to permit lower

stall speed, take-off and landing speeds and thus

lower distances.

Any Robertson STOL Increased lift, more speed, added stability, and

lower stall speed, take-off and landing speeds and

distances.

Any Vortex Generators

(Micro Aerodynamics)

Reduction in surface drag and induced drag,

improving boundary layer adherence, and

decreasing stall speed, improved performance.

Note: All manufacturers of performance related modifications will have full

information available on the increases projected from the kit, in terms of speed,

takeoff and landing, fuel burn, and climb enhancements. It is recommended that

these figures be reviewed carefully in terms of desire attributes.

Aircraft fitted with performance modifications must have POH supplements

indicating difference – these supplements must referred to in the relevant main

sections of the POH where applicable.

Any Low Fuel Warning

System,

O & N Aircraft

Modifications

Warns when fuel remaining is less than

approximately 7USGal for older models (restarts

have a low fuel warning system).

Any Fuel Cap Monarch Air Umbrella style fuel caps which fix problems with

leaks, predominantly occurring in older flush

mounted caps, (available for most Cessna types)

1956-76

engines

only

Autogas modification,

Various

Engine modification to permit operation on autogas

(available to engines were certified for operation

with 80/87 octane, 1976 and prior). There is an

increased tendency for carb icing and fuel

vaporisation, and a slight power reduction, but

Autogas can provide much lower costs and

convenience in many countries

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