SOLD – N531SL – 2022 Carbon Cub FX-3 – IFR Capable + Custom Paint
Overview
- Location: Santa Maria Airport (KSMX)
- Serial: CCX-2000-0158
- Make: CUBCRAFTERS
- Model: CCX-2000 - Carbon Cub FX-3
- Year: 2022
- N Number: N531SL
- TTAF: 71 hours
- TTE: 71 hours
- Engine: Lycoming CC 363i Fuel Injected Engine (186 hp)
- Prop: Hartzell 2 Blade 83” Constant Speed Propeller
- Fuel Capacity: 44 Gallons (two 22 gallon wing tanks)
- Empty Weight:
- Gross Weight: 2,000 lbs
- Last Annual: February 2026
- Interior Rating: 9/10 – Near Perfect
- Exterior Rating: 9/10 – Near Perfect
Description
N531SL – 2022 Carbon Cub FX-3 — Low Time, IFR Capable, Backcountry Ready
This Carbon Cub FX-3 is a beautifully equipped, low-time aircraft with approximately 71 total hours and a fresh annual completed in February 2026. Powered by the fuel-injected Lycoming CC363i (186 HP) and upgraded with an 83” Hartzell constant-speed propeller, it delivers exceptional performance and reliability in the backcountry.
Outfitted with an IFR-capable Garmin panel and EarthX battery, this FX-3 blends advanced avionics with rugged capability. The aircraft features 31” ABW tundra tires, Acme Black Ops and Stinger shocks, and Beringer brakes for confident off-airport operations. A custom paint scheme, under-wing fly lights, and a thoughtfully upgraded interior — including rear seat trim, upgraded fabric seating, and Rosen sun visor make this FX-3 as refined as it is capable.
Turnkey and adventure-ready, this aircraft is equally suited for serious backcountry flying or comfortable cross-country travel.
Equipment
FIREWALL FORWARD
- CC363i Engine, 186HP
- Hartzell Trailblazer 2 Blade 83″ Constant Speed Prop
- Spin-On Oil Filter & Vernatherm
- Perforated Fuel Nozzle
- Lightweight 40 amp alternator
- Dual Electronic Ignition
- Ignition backup battery system
- Iridium spark plugs
- Lightweight Hartzell Starter
FUEL SYSTEM
- Two 22 gallon wing tanks (44 gallon capacity)
- Fuel selector valve (Left, Right, Off, & Both)
- Gravity feed fuel system
- No header tanks
- Two Fuel Pumps
- Fuel sight gauge in wing roots
- Fuel filter and drain
WINGS & TAIL
- Super Cub airfoil – USA35(B) Modified
- G-Series Flaps
- G-Series Ailerons
- G-Series Tail Feathers (Aerodynamically balanced)
- Vortex generators
- Gap Seals
- Under Wing Fly Lights
AIRFRAME
- Complete 4130 reinforced fuselage tested to 2,000 lbs
- Carbon fiber components
- Front fuel step on landing gear
AVIONICS
- Executive Glass Touch Garmin G3X
- IFR Capable
- Garmin G3X Touch Panel – ADSB In & Out
- Garmin GMC 307 Dual Axis Autopilot
- Garmin GTX 345R Transponder
- Garmin G5 Stand Alone Back Up Attitude Indicator
FLIGHT CONTROLS & INTERIOR
- Extended Baggage with liner
- Dual flight controls
- Propeller Control
- Electric Elevator Trim (front and rear)
- Dual toe brakes
- Pilot push-to-talk in control stick
- Co-pilot push-to-talk in wing root
- Rear Seat Trim Control
- Pilot & co-pilot standard headset jacks in wing root
- Powered ANR headset jacks in wing root (LEMO)
- (2) Overhead Headset Hooks
- TA202 Under Panel (Dual USB-C)
- TA202 Wingroot (Dual USB-A)
- Adjustable front seat
- Stow-away rear seat
- Lap belt and inertia reel shoulder harnesses
- Upgraded Front & Rear Seats – Fabric
- Full floorboards
- Ignition Status Lights (left / right)
- Mixture control
- Cabin heat control
- Improved Cabin Heat System
- Circuit breakers
- Master switch
- Avionics master switch
- Rear Seat 12V auxiliary outlet
- Flat Black Glare Shield
- Dual swing-out windows
- Tinted windows and skylight
- Rosen Sun Visor
- Cabin fresh air vents
- Rear cabin cargo tie down points
- Aft upper baggage area
- Cup/Bottle holder for pilot
LANDING GEAR
- 3×3 extended HD landing gear
- 31” ABW Tundra Tires with Heavy Duty Tread
- Acme Black Ops Shocks
- Acme Stinger Shock
- 3200 Type Steerable Tailwheel
- Berringer Brakes and Wheels
- Parking brake
- Non-skid pilot step
SAFETY FEATURES
- Halon Fire Extinguisher
- Earth X Battery
- Light Weight LED Lighting & Strobe Package w/ wig wag
- Front & rear seat inertia reel 4 point harnesses
- Audible stall warning horn
- Kannad 406 Integra ELT (Built-In GPS)
- Visual fuel gauges
- Dual-action safety fuel selector valve
- Complete 4130 reinforced fuselage
- Ignition backup battery system