Engines · Used

Lycoming TIO-540-C1A Aircraft Engine | 250 HP | 1,077.7 SMOH

Posted by Texas Air Salvage·Updated 2026-10-09·12 images
Year1977
Make / ModelLYCOMING TIO-540-C1A
ConditionUsed
Engine Time1077.7
LocationBloomburg, Texas, United States
Engines Overview

Lycoming TIO-540-C1A Aircraft Engine | 250 HP | 1,077.7 SMOH

Lycoming TIO-540-C1A, 250 HP aircraft piston engine removed from the right-hand engine position of a 1977 Piper PA-23-250 Aztec.

Detailed Description

Condition Disclosure: The engine has experienced a propeller strike. The seller reports crankshaft flange runout of 0.000 inches. The turbo system is not included.

Engine Highlights

  1. Lycoming TIO-540-C1A, 250 HP
  2. Serial Number: L-4542-61A
  3. Removed from 1977 Piper PA-23-250 Aztec
  4. Right-Hand Engine Position
  5. 13,118.9 Hours Total Engine Time
  6. 1,077.7 Hours Since Major Overhaul
  7. Overhauled July 12, 2018, by Aero Recip Canada
  8. Complete Engine Logbooks
  9. Last Annual Inspection: May 16, 2022
  10. Fuel Injected, Bottom Draft
  11. Dynafocal Engine Mount
  12. Prop Strike History
  13. Crankshaft Flange Runout: 0.000"
  14. Sky-Tec Starter, Alternator and Bendix Magnetos Included
  15. Turbo System Not Included

Engine Specifications

SpecificationDetails
Manufacturer Lycoming
Model TIO-540-C1A
Alternate P/N TIO540 / 0540
Serial Number L-4542-61A
Horsepower 250 HP
Fuel System Fuel Injection, Bottom Draft
Engine Mount Dynafocal
Aircraft Removed From 1977 Piper PA-23-250 Aztec
Engine Position Right-Hand
Aircraft Hobbs Reading 72.5 Hours
Total Engine Time (TTE) 13,118.9 Hours
Time Since Major Overhaul (TSMO) 1,077.7 Hours
Last Major Overhaul July 12, 2018
Overhaul Facility Aero Recip Canada
Last Annual Inspection May 16, 2022
Logbooks Complete
Prop Strike Yes
Crankshaft Flange Runout 0.000"
Turbo System Not Included

Compression Readings

Last reported cylinder compression readings:

CylinderCompression
#1 70/80
#2 75/80
#3 73/80
#4 74/80
#5 69/80
#6 68/80

These are historical, seller-reported readings and should be verified against the maintenance records.

Prop Strike Disclosure

This engine has a documented propeller strike.

The seller reports that the crankshaft flange measures 0.000 inches runout.

This measurement does not establish airworthiness or eliminate applicable prop strike inspection requirements. Buyers should independently determine the required inspections, repairs, and return-to-service procedures.

Included Accessories

  1. Engine Baffling, As Photographed
  2. Flywheel and Ring Gear
  3. Sky-Tec Starter
  4. Alternator
  5. Engine-Mounted Fuel System
  6. Bendix Magnetos
  7. Air Pump

Not Included

  1. Propeller
  2. Air Box
  3. Engine Mount
  4. Exhaust System
  5. Turbo System

Accessories not specifically listed as included are excluded from the sale.

Engine Documentation

Complete engine logbooks are reported to be available.

Engine Logbook:

http://www.texasairsalvage.com/Log_books/N22387RHEngine.pdf

Buyers should review the overhaul documentation, maintenance history, engine times, and prop strike records before purchase.

Condition and Sale Terms

This Lycoming TIO-540-C1A was removed from a salvaged aircraft and is offered in as-removed, as-is condition.

  1. Condition: As Removed, Prop Strike History
  2. Warranty: No warranty expressed or implied
  3. Returns: Aircraft engines are not returnable
  4. Deposit: No deposit required or accepted
  5. Payment: Cash or bank wire transfer
  6. Inspection: Independent pre-purchase inspection strongly recommended

Cashier's checks, credit cards, and PayPal are not accepted.

The seller can provide contact information for a local A&P mechanic to assist with a pre-purchase inspection.

Shipping Information

  1. Commercial delivery within the lower 48 states: $1,000
  2. Residential delivery surcharge: $250
  3. Liftgate service surcharge: $250
  4. Buyer-arranged shipping permitted
  5. Shipping Origin ZIP Code: 75556

Buyer Applications

This Lycoming TIO-540-C1A may interest Piper Aztec owners, aircraft maintenance facilities, engine overhaul shops, and aviation restoration projects seeking a 250 HP Lycoming engine with complete logbooks and included accessories.

Buyers should independently verify engine configuration, aircraft compatibility, turbo system requirements, prop strike inspection requirements, and eligibility for return to service.


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Listing Details

Key facts.

StatusFor Sale
ConditionUsed
Serial NumberL-4542-61A
CategoryPiston Engine
WarrantyNo
External URLVisit
Engine & Airframe

Engine status and airframe time.

Engine Time1077.7
Overhaul TypeSMOH