Piper Cherokee 235

Piston • single engine • Low Wing • Fixed gear

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Mission Profile

136

KTAS

Cruise Speed

Occupants

408

Max Range

931

lbs

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About the Piper Cherokee 235

The Piper PA-28-235 Cherokee 235 (1963-1977) is a four-place, fixed-gear, single-engine piston aircraft powered by a Lycoming O-540 derated to 235 hp. It features 17 gal tip tanks (84 gal total fuel), a longer wing derived from the Cherokee Six, and was marketed as the Cherokee 235, then Charger (1973), and Pathfinder (1974). Typical performance includes a best rate climb of 825 fpm, cruise around 136 KTAS, and a service ceiling of 14,500 ft.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions

Wingspan: 30.184 ft
Length: 24.083 ft
Height: 7.5 ft

Weights

Max Takeoff Weight: 3,000 lbs
Max Landing Weight: 3,000 lbs
Useful Load: 1,435 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 84 gal

Performance

Cruise Speed: 136 KTAS
Range: 408 NM
Service Ceiling: 14,500 ft
Rate of Climb: 825 fpm

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