N181RV - 2005 Van's RV-8A - For Sale by AircraftMerchants

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May 02, 2025

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2005 Van's RV-8A
AIRCRAFT SPECIFICATIONS
N-Number: N181RV S/N: 82084

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This stunning RV-8A is the Thinking Pilot's solution for rapid transport - 175 kts on 10 GPH! Robust IFR panel with Garmin 430W WAAS, Trio EZPilot Autopilot for easy X-country flying. Nimble, quick and climbs like a bat. Noted experienced Van's builder, maintained by A&P/IA. Proven and capable platform, easy to fly and wonderful to fall in love with!

Airframe: 490 Hours
Engine 1: 490 Hours SMOH Engine 2: 100 Hours STOH
PROP: 100 HOURS SNEW

Avionics
Garmin 430W WAAS IFR GPS/NAV/COMM
- GI-106A GPS/VOR/LOC/GS Indicator
Garmin GTX 327 Mode C Transponder
Dynon EFIS-D10A Electronic Flight Information System
Trio EZ Pilot 2-Axis Autopilot
- Altitude Hold
- GPSS
- Electric Trim
King KX-135A GPS/Comm
Zaon Traffic Detector
PS Engineering PMA 4000 Intercom
Dual 12v Power Outlets
Ship's Power Wiring for GPS696

Features
Van’s Altimeter/Airspeed/Turn Coordinator Instruments
Dynon Pitot with AOA Indicator (not heated)
Electronics International Digital FUEL/MP/RPM/EGT/CHT/FF
Electronic ignition Dual P Mags
42 Gallon Fuel Capacity
Infinity Stick Grips with Multi-button controls
- PTT
- Flaps
- A/P Disconnect
Rear-Mounted Battery
Sky-Tec Starter
Andair Air/Oil Separator
Adair Fuel Shutoff Valve
Vetterman Exhaust
Cleveland Wheels and Brakes
Hooker Harness Sport Set 4-point restraints
K&N Air Filter
Maxim Panel Light Dimmer
Pilot Adjustable Rudder Pedals
Strobe lights
Dual taxi/landing lights
New Goodyear Flight Special II Tires
New brake discs and pads

Interior
Very good condition
Deep Taupe Vinyl and Herringbone Cloth Seating
Hooker Sport Set 4-Point Harnesses
Exterior
Beautiful Overall Alpine White with Blue and Red accents
Excellent condition

Details
America's Aircraft Engines: Titan Eagle IV-EX O-361-A1A (180 HP)
Whirlwind 200RV Carbon Fiber Constant Speed Propeller
2014 Top Overhaul with New ECI Nitrile Cylinders (9:1 Compressions)

BEW: 1097 lbs
MGW: 1800 lbs
USEFUL LOAD: 703 lbs
175 kts @ 10 GPH

Builder: PAT STEWART

Conditional Inspection July 2015 by
Guardian Aviation, Siler CIty, NC
Tom Malechuk, A&P/AI

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