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Cessna 180 & 185 Skywagon vs de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver

How the Cessna 180 & 185 Skywagon and de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver stack up for Canadian buyers — registered fleet, prices and what's for sale right now. Figures come from the Transport Canada register and live MarketPlane listings.

Registered in Canada1,192321
Model years1953–19851947–1968
CategoryBush / backcountryFloatplane / amphibian
For sale now00
Average asking
Asking range
Most based inOntarioOntario

Registered counts: Transport Canada Civil Aircraft Register (aircraft data only). Prices: live MarketPlane asking prices in CAD. Condition drives price far more than model — always verify times, logbooks and damage history, and arrange an independent pre-purchase inspection.

Cessna 180 & 185 Skywagon for sale
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None listed right now — set an alert on the Cessna 180 & 185 Skywagon page.

de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver for sale
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None listed right now — set an alert on the de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver page.

Common questions

Is a Cessna 180 & 185 Skywagon or a de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver more common in Canada?

There are more Cessna 180 & 185 Skywagon on the Canadian register (1,192 vs 321), so parts, mechanics and comparable sales are easier to find.

Which is cheaper, a Cessna 180 & 185 Skywagon or a de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver?

Prices overlap heavily and depend on engine time, avionics and condition more than the model. Compare live listings for both to see the current spread.

Where can I buy a Cessna 180 & 185 Skywagon or de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver in Canada?

Both are listed for sale on MarketPlane.ca with the times, avionics and logbook details buyers check. It's free to list and buyers contact sellers directly.