—THRUSH 710P

Thrush 710P for Sale — Large-Capacity Agricultural Turboprop Aircraft

The Thrush 710P represents the pinnacle of single-engine agricultural turboprop development, combining a massive 710-gallon hopper with the proven power of the Pratt and Whitney Canada PT6A-67AG engine to deliver unmatched productivity in large-scale aerial application operations. Designed for operators who demand the highest possible payload per flight cycle, the 710P enables fewer reload stops, lower cost per acre treated, and the ability to work efficiently across the vast field sizes typical of modern commercial grain and cotton production. Airplane Trade is where serious agricultural aviation operators find and list Thrush 710P aircraft for sale.

Design Philosophy: Maximum Payload, Maximum Productivity

The Thrush 710P was developed specifically in response to operator demand for an agricultural aircraft that could carry substantially more chemical per load than the standard 510-gallon capacity aircraft that had defined the industry for decades. By engineering a wider, deeper hopper into an extended fuselage section while retaining the fundamental Thrush structural philosophy of 4130 chrome-moly steel tube primary structure, Thrush Aircraft created an aircraft that increases per-cycle payload by nearly 40 percent compared to the 510-series without requiring operators to master an entirely new maintenance discipline.

The PT6A-67AG engine, producing up to 1,424 shaft horsepower, is matched specifically to the higher gross weight of the 710P configuration, ensuring that the aircraft maintains adequate performance margins throughout the flight envelope even when departing at maximum takeoff weight from short, rough strips at elevated field elevations. Thrush's engineering team optimized the aerodynamics of the larger fuselage to minimize the drag penalty of the increased cross-section, and the resulting aircraft is widely considered to be a genuine advancement over previous large-hopper designs rather than simply a stretched version of an earlier airframe.

Performance Specifications — Thrush 710P

• Engine: Pratt and Whitney Canada PT6A-67AG, up to 1,424 shp
• Hopper capacity: 710 US gallons liquid / equivalent dry
• Maximum takeoff weight: Approximately 14,000 lb
• Operating speed (working altitude): 120–155 knots TAS
• Ferry speed: Approximately 160–170 knots TAS
• Stall speed (loaded): Approximately 78 knots
• Fuel capacity: Approximately 260 US gallons
• Landing gear: Fixed tailwheel
• Spray system: Full boom, micronair, and aerial spreader compatible
• Cockpit: Single pilot, optimized for agricultural operations

Operational Economics

The economic case for the Thrush 710P is compelling for operations covering large acreage. In a typical spray day covering 5,000 to 10,000 acres, the 40-percent increase in hopper capacity compared to a 510-gallon aircraft directly reduces the number of ferry legs to the reload site, decreasing total fuel consumed per acre treated and increasing the productive working hours available during the spray window. For operators with reload sites located more than a few miles from the working field, this translates to measurable cost savings that compound significantly over a full spray season.

Engine operating costs for the PT6A-67AG are competitive with other turboprops in its power class, and the broad PT6 service network ensures that maintenance facilities with appropriate tooling and expertise are available throughout North America, South America, Australia, and southern Africa — the primary markets for large agricultural turboprop aircraft. Hot-section inspections at established intervals and overhauls at the 3,600-hour TBO limit are well-understood costs that experienced operators factor into their operational budgets from initial aircraft acquisition.

Cockpit and Systems

The 710P cockpit is configured for demanding single-pilot agricultural operations with all critical controls positioned for efficient management while maintaining the pilot's primary attention on the low-altitude working environment. The agricultural GPS and application management system — typically a Satloc or Hemisphere system — integrates with the spray controls to provide precise swath guidance, automatic boom switching at field boundaries, and application rate management across variable-rate prescription maps. The instrumentation meets FAR Part 137 requirements and can be configured with weather avoidance equipment for operations where convective weather is a regular operational consideration.

Structural Durability and Maintenance

Like all Thrush aircraft, the 710P's primary structure is built from welded 4130 chrome-moly steel tube, providing the structural integrity needed to withstand the accumulated stresses of thousands of low-level passes, turbulence encounters, and rough-strip operations that define agricultural flying. Wire strike protection systems are standard fitment, and the crashworthy fuel system design reflects current FAA safety standards for agricultural aircraft. The hopper and spray system components are constructed from corrosion-resistant materials appropriate for long-term exposure to agricultural chemicals, and Thrush's factory parts support maintains availability of wear items and structural components to minimize aircraft-on-ground time during critical spray seasons.

Buying a Thrush 710P — Key Considerations

Pre-purchase evaluation of a Thrush 710P should focus on engine time relative to hot-section and TBO limits, since the PT6A-67AG overhaul cost is the largest single maintenance expense in the aircraft's life. Full logbook review covering all Airworthiness Directive compliance, annual inspections, and documented repairs is essential. Have the hopper, spray boom plumbing, and chemical handling components inspected for corrosion and wear by an IA experienced with agricultural aircraft. Verify that any agricultural GPS and precision application systems are current and functioning correctly, as these systems are essential for regulatory compliance and operational efficiency in modern commercial spray operations.

List or Find a Thrush 710P on Airplane Trade

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