Designed For 180/185 And Early 210/205 Aircraft

A new prop has received STC approval for installation on Cessna 180 and 185, as well as early 210 and 205 aircraft. Hartzell says it has developed a new 3-bladed Top Prop performance conversion which blends advanced technology scimitar airfoils into a robust design machined from aluminum alloy forgings to provide increased performance, maximum durability and reliability suitable for any conditions.

This is the first time Hartzell has offered a propeller for Cessna 185 owners with a TCM IO-470 engine, and the first 3-bladed prop to be offered for use on early Cessna 210 and 205 models. This propeller is also compatible with a range of popular power plant modifications common to these aircraft.  

"These new props were designed with ruggedness and durability in mind," said Hartzell's senior vice president of marketing and customer services, Mike Disbrow. "The aluminum blades combined with Hartzell's revolutionary scimitar blade design make this model an excellent choice for users operating in any region - over land, sea or snow. Many of these Cessnas are used in harsh conditions where aircraft durability is essential.  In the back country or on water, where a stone nick or water erosion can mean a no-fly decision, pilots need to be able to rely on their aircraft and its parts.  A metal propeller is the best option under such abusive conditions."

Hartzell's 82-inch diameter conversion features "blended airfoil" technology and scimitar blades, which the company says result in improved take-off and climb performance, ground clearance and aesthetics. It has a longer TBO (2400 hours / 6 years) and repair allowances which include a diameter reduction to 78 inches. Hartzell says its swept tip design also results in a significant noise reduction, making them neighbor- and eco-friendly.

Hartzell's new STC kit is available for Cessna 180 through 180K using O-470-A, -K, -J, -L, -R, -S, and -U engines; Cessna 185 through 185E using IO-470-F engines; Cessna 210 through 210C, 210-5 (205) and 210-5A (205A) using IO-470-E and -S engines.  The kit includes a 3-blade, 82-inch aluminum propeller, an STC document set and a polished aluminum spinner.

The basic kit is offered at an introductory retail price of $9,400, with a three-year / 1,000-hour warranty and six-year / 2,400-hour TBO.

FMI: www.hartzellprop.com