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P/N: MCS2550-10

Tach Cable

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Approval FAA PMA
Condition New
Manufacturer McFarlane Aviation
Unit of Measure Each
Retail Price $337.32
Your Price $269.86
Stock Status In Stock

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Make Model Start S/N End S/N Quantity Per Aircraft Location Comment Eligibility Chart
Cessna 172M 17265685 17267584 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna 172N 17267585 17271034 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna 172N 17271035 17274009 1 Behind Instrument Panel See Note 1 7866
Cessna 172P 17274010 17275759 1 Behind Instrument Panel See Note 1 7866
Cessna 172P 17275760 17276654 1 Behind Instrument Panel See Note 2 7866
Cessna 172Q 17275869 17276211 1 Behind Instrument Panel See Note 2 7866
Cessna F172M F17201385 F17201514 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna F172N F17201515 F17201749 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna F172N F17201750 F17202039 1 Behind Instrument Panel See Note 1 7866
Cessna F172P F17202040 F17202194 1 Behind Instrument Panel See Note 1 7866
Cessna F172P F17202195 F17202254 1 Behind Instrument Panel See Note 2 7866

Eligibility Chart 7866 Notes

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Tach Cables

FAA-PMA approved tach cables for many Cessna 100 and 200 series single engine aircraft

Improved design outlasts the OEM

  • Core withstands 3x the torque
  • Thrust washers on both ends for longer life and smoother operation
  • Captive assemblies assure no damage to vulnerable tachometers
  • All assemblies feature a polymer jacketed casing to protect the core
  • Stronger core compared to the OEM
  • McFarlane proprietary lubricant for unparalleled performance
  • Magnetos, alternators, and starters also available

Inner core assemblies are captive, pre-lubricated, and have male ends only. One end is 0.102 squared, and the other is keyed with a 0.152 diameter. The core is left lay, matching the OEM parts. Tach cable assemblies have 7/8-18 internal thread on one end, and 5/8-18 internal thread on the other.

Tach cables primarily fail from binding. You may experience your tach needle responding in abnormal ways. There are specific instructions in the service manual for how to properly install the cable or troubleshoot any issues; visit our FAQs page for more information or give our technical support team a phone call at 1-866-920-2741.

Note: ensure you order the right part. Eligible aircraft listed on our eligibility tab and the PMA supplement is for the original engine in the aircraft. If you have an engine conversion or modifications, then the control that we list as eligible for your aircraft may not fit as intended. You may need to order a custom-built tach cable from our customs department.


So, why are the McFarlane tach cables better? Our tach cable design has improved strength compared to the OEM. When testing torsional strength, our core exceeds the OEM core, which is exceptionally important with the functionality and reliability of the tach cable. Some may inquire about replacing the core of the tach cable only, rather than replacing the full assembly. When replacing the core only, your old casing will have wear, and sometimes the wear can be significant enough to prevent a brand-new core from rotating smoothly when used with the old casing. Because of this, we do not offer replacement cores, and we highly recommend replacing your full tach cable assembly instead. Our full assemblies are an affordable alternative with better strength and reliability than a simple core replacement or a full assembly from the OEM.

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Why choose McFarlane?

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OVER 40,000 PARTS IN STOCK WITH SAME DAY SHIPPING IF ORDERED BY 3PM

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