1980 Maule M5-180C Newly Overhauled Lyc O-360, Hartzel CS Prop: 2628 TT, 12 SMOH, 12 Since Prop IRAN (1082 SPOH), Annual 14May2026. All logs since new (scans available). Original fabric is in good condition, paint has some cracks and chips (some areas taped to prevent further chipping), Horizontal stabilizer and elevator were recovered recently. Nicely equipped for IFR - Avx: 2x G5 (AI​/​HSI) linked to GNS430W (Com​/​Nav1), SL30 (Com​/​Nav2) linked to CDI, PMA-8000G (audio panel), Stratus ESG ADSB in​/​out xpdr w​/​AHRS. Other eqip+: EA2000 EIS, EI 4xCHT 4xEGT, LED Land​/​Pos​/​AC, Almost new 8.50x6 tires (29" ABIs dismounted used), new tire on ABI-3200 TW, ABI heavy springs, VGs wings & tail, Sky Light. 43g main + 22g Aux. Continues to fly hrs will change. Located at KFLY Meadow Lake Airport (NE of Colorado Springs CO)

Registration Number

N5641N

Aircraft Model Overview (Reference only)

The Maule M-5-180C is a four-seat, high-wing STOL utility aircraft and part of the M-5 "Lunar Rocket" family that established Maule's reputation for rugged short-field performance. Built around a welded steel-tube fuselage with fabric covering, it was designed for utility and backcountry operations where the ability to use short, unimproved strips matters more than outright cruise speed. It remains a favorite among bush and recreational pilots. Power comes from the Lycoming O-360, a four-cylinder engine rated at 180 horsepower driving a fixed-pitch or constant-speed propeller depending on configuration. So equipped, the M-5-180C cruises around 110 to 120 knots while retaining strong low-speed authority, and climbs at roughly 900 feet per minute, prioritizing takeoff and climb capability over high-speed travel. The airframe combines large flaps, a high-lift wing, and conventional landing gear to deliver impressive short takeoff and landing distances. The tailwheel configuration and light structure suit rough-field operations and adapt readily to floats or skis. Handling is responsive and well-suited to precise low-speed flying, though it demands proficiency in the landing and departure regimes typical of STOL taildraggers. The cabin seats up to four and emphasizes utility, with a practical layout and useful cabin access for cargo and gear. Panels are simple and vary by aircraft, from original analog instruments to modern avionics upgrades. Useful load and center-of-gravity limits should be verified per airframe, particularly when the aircraft is configured for floats, larger tires, or additional equipment. In the used market the M-5-180C is valued for its STOL capability, ruggedness, and versatility across wheels, floats, and skis, supported by an active owner and type community. It competes with other backcountry singles on short-field performance and durability rather than speed or cabin refinement. Fabric condition, tube-structure integrity, and modification history are central to valuation. Overall, the 1980 Maule M-5-180C is a capable and adaptable STOL utility aircraft well suited to backcountry flying, utility work, and pilots who value short-field performance. It rewards owners who maintain tailwheel proficiency and invest in the structural and rigging upkeep that fabric-covered, high-utility aircraft require.