Continental TSIO-520-EB Aircraft Engine | 310 HP | 915 SMOH | No Prop Strike




Continental TSIO-520-EB Aircraft Engine | 310 HP | 915 SMOH | No Prop Strike
Continental TSIO-520-EB aircraft piston engine removed from the left-hand position of a 1970 Cessna 414. This 310 HP, fuel-injected engine has 915 hours since major overhaul, 4,881.4 hours total engine time, and no reported prop strike.
Detailed Description
Continental TSIO-520-EB Turbocharged Aircraft Engine for Sale
Continental TSIO-520-EB aircraft piston engine removed from the left-hand position of a 1970 Cessna 414. This 310 HP, fuel-injected engine has 915 hours since major overhaul, 4,881.4 hours total engine time, and no reported prop strike.
The crankshaft flange reportedly dials at 0.000 inches, and the engine is offered with starter, alternator, engine-mounted fuel system, Bendix magnetos, air pump, and remaining baffling as photographed.
Asking Price: $18,995
Engine Highlights
- Continental TSIO-520-EB
- 310 HP at 2,700 RPM
- 915 Hours Since Major Overhaul
- 4,881.4 Hours Total Engine Time
- Removed from 1970 Cessna 414
- Left-Hand Engine Position
- No Prop Strike
- Crankshaft Flange Runout: 0.000"
- Fuel Injected
- Bottom Mount
- Big Bore, 7th Stud Configuration
- Accessories Included
- Maintenance Logs Available Back to 2006
- Asking Price: $18,995
Engine Specifications
| SpecificationDetails | |
| Manufacturer | Continental |
| Model | TSIO-520-EB |
| Serial Number | 271263-R |
| Alternate P/N | TSIO520 / 0520 |
| Horsepower | 310 HP at 2,700 RPM |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injected |
| Mount Configuration | Bottom Mount |
| Configuration | Big Bore, 7th Stud |
| Aircraft Removed From | 1970 Cessna 414 |
| Engine Position | Left-Hand |
| Total Engine Time | 4,881.4 Hours TTE |
| Time Since Major Overhaul | 915.0 Hours SMOH |
| Last Overhaul | Unknown |
| Overhaul Facility | Unknown |
| Aircraft Hobbs Reading | 461.5 Hours |
| Last Annual Inspection | September 19, 2018 |
| Prop Strike | No |
| Crankshaft Flange Runout | 0.000" |
| Logbooks | Partial, available back to 2006 |
| Asking Price | $18,995 |
Compression Readings
The most recent compression readings reported with the engine are:
| CylinderCompression | |
| #1 | 64/80 |
| #2 | 58/80 |
| #3 | 66/80 |
| #4 | 66/80 |
| #5 | 68/80 |
| #6 | 63/80 |
Prospective buyers should review the available engine records and independently evaluate the compression history and current mechanical condition as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Maintenance and Logbook Status
The engine has maintenance records available back to 2006. Complete historical logbooks are not available, and the date and facility responsible for the last major overhaul are unknown.
Reported engine times are:
- TTE: 4,881.4 hours
- TSMO: 915.0 hours
- Last Annual Inspection: September 19, 2018
Buyers should independently verify all engine times and maintenance history against the available records.
No Prop Strike
The engine is reported as having no prop strike.
The crankshaft flange was checked and reportedly measures 0.000 inches runout.
This is an important condition point for buyers evaluating an as-removed TSIO-520-EB engine, although an independent inspection remains recommended before purchase.
Included Accessories
The engine is offered with the following accessories:
- Baffling, as photographed
- Starter
- Alternator
- Engine-mounted fuel system
- Bendix magnetos
- Air pump
Previously Removed and Sold Components
The source listing identifies the following components as already removed and sold:
- P/N 5251800-16, Baffle Assembly Aft LH
- P/N 5251800-1, Baffle Assembly Aft Upper LH, WEU 5251800-19
- P/N 5650003-1, Baffle Assembly Aft RH, WEU 5650003-29
- P/N 5650003-20, Box Assembly Alternate Air
- P/N 0851857-1, Baffle Assembly Aft Center
- P/N 5600106-43, Line Assembly Aft Baffle to Nozzle Manifold
- P/N 5600106-37, Line Assembly Fuel Drain Manifold to Forward Baffle
Not Included
The following equipment is not included:
- Propeller
- Air box
- Engine mount
- Exhaust system
Accessories not specifically identified as included should not be assumed to accompany the engine.
Condition and Sale Terms
This engine was removed from a salvaged aircraft and is offered in as-removed, as-is condition.
- No warranty expressed or implied
- Aircraft engines are not returnable
- Pre-purchase inspection strongly recommended
- No deposit required or accepted
- Payment by cash or bank wire transfer
- No cashier's checks, credit cards, or PayPal accepted
The seller can provide contact information for a local A&P mechanic if a buyer wants to arrange an independent pre-buy inspection.
Shipping
The engine can be shipped to a commercial address within the lower 48 states for a reported flat rate of $1,000.
Additional charges apply for residential delivery or liftgate service. Buyers can also arrange their own transportation.
Buyer Suitability
This Continental TSIO-520-EB is positioned for aircraft owners, maintenance facilities, engine shops, rebuilders, and operators searching for a documented TSIO-520-series engine with known total time, 915 hours since major overhaul, included accessories, and no reported prop strike.
The engine was removed from the left-hand position of a Cessna 414. Buyers and installing agencies should independently confirm model applicability, configuration, component eligibility, maintenance status, and airworthiness requirements before installation or return to service.
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