9 North American T-28 Trojan for Sale – Used Planes

PlaneFox tracks 9 North American T-28 Trojan aircraft for sale and re-reads every one of them from the broker and dealer sites it watches, so the figures below move when the market moves. Every number on this page is measured from those live listings, not taken from a published price guide.

How much does a North American T-28 Trojan cost?

There are 9 North American T-28 Trojan listings on PlaneFox right now, 5 of them priced. They ask between EUR 202,000 and EUR 306,000, with a median of EUR 271,000.

How far can a North American T-28 Trojan fly?

A North American T-28 Trojan flies about 921 nm, roughly 1,706 km, which is about 4 h 51 min in still air at typical cruise.

More questions about the North American T-28 Trojan

How much does a North American T-28 Trojan cost?

The median asking price for a North American T-28 Trojan on PlaneFox is EUR 271,000, measured across the North American T-28 Trojan listings on the site today. Prices run from EUR 202,000 for older, higher-time airframes up to EUR 306,000 for newer, low-time aircraft. Year of manufacture, airframe hours, avionics and condition account for most of that spread.

What is the price range for a used North American T-28 Trojan?

North American T-28 Trojan aircraft listed on PlaneFox range from EUR 202,000 to EUR 306,000, with a median asking price of EUR 271,000. Late model years with low airframe hours and a modern glass panel sit at the top of that range; early airframes with high hours and analogue instruments sit at the bottom.

How many North American T-28 Trojan aircraft are for sale right now?

PlaneFox lists 9 North American T-28 Trojan aircraft for sale right now, gathered from the broker and dealer sites it watches. The count moves through the week as those sources are re-read. Because PlaneFox reads the same listings repeatedly over time, it also shows which have cut their asking price and which have sold.

Where can I find a North American T-28 Trojan for sale?

Every North American T-28 Trojan PlaneFox can see is on this page — 9 of them, gathered from the broker and dealer sites it re-reads continuously. Most are listed in United Kingdom (1), followed by Germany (1). Each listing links straight through to the seller, so a North American T-28 Trojan in another country is worth considering rather than filtering out.

What should I check when buying a used North American T-28 Trojan?

On a used North American T-28 Trojan, check airframe hours, engine time since overhaul, avionics generation and damage history before anything else. PlaneFox recommends a pre-purchase inspection by an EASA Part-145 shop that knows the type, which typically costs EUR 1,500 to EUR 3,500. Under 1,500 airframe hours is low-time and above 3,500 means budgeting for higher maintenance; most piston engines run a 2,000-hour TBO, so past 1,500 to 1,700 hours since overhaul expect the overhaul within one to three years at EUR 25,000 to EUR 45,000. Read the full logbook history for prop strikes, gear-up landings and structural repair, and confirm ADs and SBs are complied with.

About the North American T-28 Trojan

Aircraft overview

The North American T-28 Trojan is a radial engine, two seat military trainer built by North American Aviation after the Second World War. It first flew in 1949, with production running through the 1950s for the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps and allied operators. Designed as a primary and advanced trainer, it later served in forward air control and light attack roles, most notably in T-28D configuration. For buyers, its significance is its combination of warbird character, robust systems and relatively practical handling compared with many higher performance military types.

Performance & specifications

Performance depends strongly on variant. The T-28A used an 800 hp Wright R-1300 radial, while the more sought after T-28B, T-28C and many T-28D aircraft use the 1,425 hp Wright R-1820 radial. Typical cruise is commonly around 180 to 200 knots, with range often quoted near 500 nautical miles depending on fuel, power setting and configuration. Useful load varies by model, roughly from about 1,200 lb on early T-28A aircraft to about 2,000 lb on T-28B class examples. Service ceiling is generally above 30,000 feet. The airframe is conventional, with retractable landing gear, a large propeller and substantial control authority for aerobatic training.

Cabin & avionics

The cockpit is arranged in tandem, with the instructor or second pilot seated behind the front cockpit. Visibility is good for a trainer of its era, and the cockpit has a military layout rather than a modern touring aircraft cabin. Noise, heat, vibration and workload are part of the ownership profile. Original instruments are common on historically preserved aircraft, while active flyers often add modern radios, transponders, ADS-B, engine monitoring and GPS navigation. Typical upgrades may include Garmin GNS or GTN navigators, G5 or GI 275 flight displays and modern audio panels. Factory Garmin Perspective or G1000 installations are not typical for this aircraft.

Buying & value

Condition, variant and documentation drive value. Buyers should pay close attention to engine time and overhaul quality, propeller status, landing gear condition, corrosion, spar and structural inspections, hydraulic systems, fuel system integrity and the completeness of military and civilian records. T-28B and T-28C aircraft are often valued for the larger R-1820 engine, while T-28D conversions may appeal to buyers interested in the type’s combat history. Common ownership upgrades include improved avionics, smoke systems, updated harnesses, better engine instrumentation and corrosion prevention work. On the used market, the North American T-28 Trojan sits as a serious radial warbird rather than a casual recreational aircraft. Current PlaneFox listing data shows an average asking price around EUR 271,000, with observed asking prices from about EUR 202,000 to EUR 305,000.

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