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P/N: MCS2550-12

Tach Cable

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Approval FAA PMA
Condition New
Manufacturer McFarlane Aviation
Unit of Measure Each
Retail Price $224.42
Your Price $179.53
Stock Status In Stock

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Make Model Start S/N End S/N Quantity Per Aircraft Location Comment Eligibility Chart
Cessna 152 15279406 15282031 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna 152 15282032 15285594 1 Behind Instrument Panel See Note 3 7866
Cessna 152 15285595 15286033 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna A152 A1520735 A1520808 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna A152 A1520809 A1521014 1 Behind Instrument Panel See Note 3 7866
Cessna A152 A1521015 A1521049 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna F152 F15201429 F15201528 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna F152 F15201529 F15201928 1 Behind Instrument Panel See Note 3 7866
Cessna F152 F15201929 F15201980 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna FA152 FA1520337 FA1520347 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna FA152 FA1520348 FA1520382 1 Behind Instrument Panel See Note 3 7866
Cessna FA152 FA1520383 FA1520425 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna FR172E FR17200001 FR17200060 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna FR172F FR17200061 FR17200145 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna FR172G FR17200146 FR17200225 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna FR172H FR17200226 FR17200350 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna FR172J FR17200351 FR17200590 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna FR172K FR17200591 FR17200675 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna R172E (T-41B,C,D) R172-0001 R1720335 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna R172F (T-41D) R172-0336 R172-0409 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna R172G (T-41C,D) R1720410 R1720444 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna R172H (T-41D) R1720445 R1720620 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna R172K R1722000 R1723454 1 Behind Instrument Panel 7866
Cessna 177 17700001 17701164 1 Behind Instrument Panel 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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