2018 Van’s RV-8

Hitchcock Aviation is offering a stunning Van’s RV-8 for sale. This aircraft has only 101 hours on the airframe, 101 hours on the IO-360 engine, and zero hours on the Whirlwind HRT propeller, equipped with a Garmin G3X panel. The Van’s RV-8 is a renowned two-seat, tandem low-wing plane celebrated for its “total performance” design, merging high-speed cross-country travel, aerobatics, and short-field capabilities. It has a bubble canopy for excellent visibility and is powered by a 190 HP engine, achieving speeds over 200 mph.
This RV-8 is ready to fly, with a recent annual conditional inspection. Priced competitively at $175,000

$175,000.00

Product Details

Registration Number: N889WT
Serial Number: 83469
Year: 2018
Manufacturer: Vans
Model: RV-8
Location: Stevensville, MT (32S)
Condition: Used
Flight Rules: VFR
Number of Seats: 2

Additional information

Registration Number

N889WT

Year

2018

Manufacturer

Vans

Model

RV-8

Engine Specifications

Total Time Engine: 101 Hrs. SNEW
Engine Model: Superior Vantage IO-360 10:1 Pistons (190hp)
Silverhawk Ex Fuel Injection System – EX-5VA1

Avionics & Radios

Garmin 10” G3X Touch
Garmin 7” G3X Touch
Garmin Auto Pilot GFC500
Garmin Approach Target AOA
G-Meter
Bose Powered Headset Jacks

Airframe

Total Time Air Frame: 101 Hrs.

Propeller

Total Time: 0 Hrs. SNEW S/N 74RV-159
Prop Model: Whirlwind 74HRT – Constant Speed
Saber Manufacturing 2.5” Propeller Extension

Modifications/Conversions

Van Quick Build Wings, Fuselage, Flaps, Ailerons
One plug harnesses Wings
Steinair Electronics and Wiring
E-Mag P Model Ignition
Sky Designs Aluminum Gear Legs – New
Upgraded Gearboxes with access panels
8.00×6 MLG Tires, Wheels, Axle upgraded
Wheel Pants Available
Bottom Hinged Dash For Easy Access To Instruments
Show Planes Tip Over Canopy w/fast back and cowling
Oregon Air Seats – Heated
Aft Seat Available
Aft Stick Ready and Available
Crow Enterprizes 5-point Seat Harnesses
Adjustable Rudder Pedals
LED Landing and Taxi Lights with Wig-Wag option
LED Position
LED Strobes
ELT Dash Mounted Remote
Cold Air Induction
Reiff Engine Preheat
Odyssey Battery
Battery Tender
Electric Flaps
Electric Elevator and Aileron Trim
Vertical Power Fuses
Custom Painted Propeller Blades and Spinner
Decal Wraps
USB Charging Port
12v Charging Plug
Halon Fire Extinguisher

Inspection

Fresh Annual Condition Inspection completed May 2026
Balanced Prop May 2026
ELT Artex Battery New May 2026
Fuel Capacity 41 Gallons
Empty Weight 1076lbs, Gross Weight 1800lbs
Some Damage History – All Damaged Parts Replaced
Complete Logbooks, Documentation, and Purchases
Superior Crankshaft AD 2020-25-12 – Crankshaft replaced 2021

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