Piper Cherokee Specifications & Performance
Key performance specs for the Piper Cherokee — engine, cruise speed, range, useful load, service ceiling, and more.
| Engine | Lycoming O-320 (150 hp) / O-360 (180 hp) / O-540 (235–260 hp) |
| Cruise Speed | 117–148 kts depending on variant |
| Range | 500–800 nm depending on variant |
| Fuel Capacity | 50–84 gal depending on variant |
| Useful Load | 850–1,400 lbs |
| Gross Weight | 2,150–3,400 lbs |
| Seats | 4–6 |
| Service Ceiling | 10,950–14,900 ft |
| Rate of Climb | 660–1,100 fpm |
| Production | 32,000+ PA-28/PA-32 family built since 1961 |