Cessna 150 Taildragger – Rare 180hp Bolen Tailwheel Conversion
$AUD135,000
Rare opportunity to own one of Australia’s most unique and capable Cessna 150 taildraggers. Combining the highly regarded Bolen tailwheel conversion with a low-hour 180hp Lycoming O-360, VH-RWM delivers performance, capability, and flying characteristics rarely found in a Cessna 150.
Light on the controls and exceptionally enjoyable to fly, this aircraft has a remarkably light footprint, making it equally suited to traditional airfields, remote strips, touring, and bush-type operations, while still offering impressive cruise performance. For pilots happy with two seats, VH-RWM offers a combination of performance, short-field capability, and operating flexibility that rivals that of many significantly larger taildraggers.
Why This Cessna 150 Taildragger Stands Out
Unlike many modified Cessna 150 taildragger aircraft, VH-RWM benefits from an extensive, well-documented maintenance history and significant investment throughout its life. Extensive SIDS compliance completed in 2018 included structural inspections and eddy current testing, replacement wing struts, replacement main landing gear, and replacement of major tail components.
Despite its higher airframe hours, this aircraft presents exceptionally well with full logbook history from new and extensive supporting documentation.
Rare opportunities exist to purchase a Cessna 150 taildragger of this specification and capability. Genuine enquiries are encouraged.
- Extensive SIDS compliance completed in 2018 including strip inspection, eddy current testing of wing structures and forward door posts, replacement wing struts, replacement main landing gear, and replacement major tail components
- Dual piston Cleveland brakes fitted for improved braking performance
- Approved for Alaskan Bush Wheels (not fitted), Air Trac 8.00-6 tyres currently installed, Baby Bushwheel Fork available
- 180hp Lycoming O-360 (<500 hours since overhaul) featuring closed and honed conrods, chromed induction tubes and rocker covers, and centre lubricated camshaft modifications
- Long range fuel system providing 140 litres capacity
- 225kg Payload
- Cruise 110–115 KIAS @ 30–35 lph
- Bolen tailwheel conversion featuring forward positioned main gear geometry, improved ground handling characteristics, and substantial rear fuselage reinforcement
- New interior fitted
- Gas door struts installed
- New battery installed
- Aileron and flap gap seals fitted
- LED landing lights installed
- Madras wingtips fitted for improved slow-speed handling characteristics
- Scott 3200 tailwheel fitted
- Engine hoses recently replaced
- Fresh annual inspection with sale
- Full logbook history from new
Location
Raglan, Queensland
Year of Manufacturer
1962
Total Time Airframe
22,806hrs
Engine Specifications
Make: Lycoming
Model: O-360-A2A
Serial # L-8224-36A
Engine TSO: 486.4hrs
Engine HTR: 1513.6hrs
Engine Overhaul Year: 20/01/2013
Magnetos: 92.8hrs since 500 hourly inspection
Engine hoses: Replaced 27/05/2024
Propeller Specifications
Make: McCauley
Model: 1A170 / 7563 FFA
Serial # P77426
Prop TSO: 1681.6hrs
Prop HTR: 518.4hrs
Prop Overhaul Year: 08/08/2002
Avionics
Analog Instrumentation: Airspeed Indicator, Altimeter, Vertical Speed, Attitude Indicator and Turn Coordinator (suction)
Engine Monitoring: CHT (single probe), EGT (4 probe), JPI Fuel Computer, Oil Temp, Oil Pressure, Tachometer, Amp Meter
Communications: VHF-Garmin SL40, Transponder Mode C-Garmin GTX 327, UHF-GME TX3220, Sigtronics 2-place Intercom
Others: Clock, Suction, 12V outlet