1956-1962 Cessna 172 / 175 Parts Catalog
Complete illustrated parts list for Cessna 172 and 175 aircraft models including fuselage, landing gear, engine systems, and all components. Essential reference guide for aircraft service and maintenance with detailed part numbers and assembly diagrams.
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Cessna 172 & 175 Illustrated Parts Catalog — 1956–1962
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- Engine displacement measures 2.7 liters (164 cubic inches) for Continental O-300 powerplant
- Maximum gross weight rating specifies 2,200 pounds (998 kilograms) across certified configurations
- Fuel tank capacity provides 36 gallons (136 liters) distributed between wing leading-edge compartments
- Propeller diameter extends 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 meters) for standard metal assembly configuration
- Service ceiling altitude reaches 12,500 feet (3,810 meters) under standard atmospheric conditions
- Cruise speed attains 124 miles per hour (200 kilometers per hour) at 65 percent power settings
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Detailed Service Parts-Reference Manual: Cessna 172 & 175 Illustrated Parts Catalog (1956-1962)
Validation-Data | Serial-Range | Component-Focus
| System Category | Value | Documentation |
|---|---|---|
| Document Type | Illustrated Parts Catalog | Comprehensive reference for service and maintenance |
| Aircraft Models | Cessna 172, Cessna 175 | Single-engine aircraft (1956-1962 model years) |
| Total Pages | 453 | Complete parts identification and location guide |
Table of Contents Summary
Major sections focus on complete aircraft systems and structural components. Reference chapters include wing assemblies, empennage systems, fuselage structures, landing gear configurations, interior equipment, doors and windows, instrument panel layouts, engine components, flight control mechanisms, pitot systems, and brake assemblies. The catalog provides detailed part numbering, assembly relationships, and component identification across all major aircraft systems.
Diagnostic Interface
Comprehensively requiring detailed parts identification, this manual documents the structural and mechanical systems of the Cessna 172 and 175 aircraft from the 1956-1962 production period. The illustrated format provides visual references for locating components throughout the airframe, from wing root attachments to tail section assemblies. Each system section includes exploded views and dimensional callouts for accurate parts identification.
Operational Nexus
The catalog addresses complete aircraft systems organization, covering wing structures including struts and attach points, empennage surfaces comprising horizontal and vertical stabilizers, fuselage framework with all internal structural references, and main landing gear assemblies. The documentation establishes relationships between major component groups and their subassemblies, enabling technicians to understand how individual parts function within larger systems.
Core Parameters
Documentation specifies part numbers, materials, and component characteristics across numerous aircraft systems. The manual identifies fastener types, bearing surfaces, control linkage points, and attachment locations throughout the airframe. Each section references the specific model variants affected by documented parts, distinguishing between 172 and 175 configurations where differences exist.
Diagnostic Standard
The parts catalog establishes reference standards for component identification and location procedures. Systematic chapter organization progresses from major structural elements through progressively smaller assemblies. The visual illustration approach supports rapid component location and part number verification without requiring specialized technical knowledge of assembly procedures.
Structured Benchmarks
The catalog documents reference specifications for fastener installation locations and component assembly relationships to support proper service procedures. Part identification standards are maintained consistently throughout the manual, with cross-references between related assemblies. The 453-page format provides comprehensive coverage of aircraft systems requiring parts documentation and reference support.
Specification Note: The catalog documents torque specifications for critical fasteners to ensure proper assembly stress control during maintenance operations and component replacement procedures.
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