Through the production run of the Cessna 185 Skywagon there have been many variations.
- The original 185 Skywagon, certified on January 31, 1961.
- Cessna 185A Skywagon – Cont IO-470-F 260 HP Fuel Injected, certified on September 20, 1961
- Cessna 185B Skywagon – certified June 25, 1962.
- Cessna 185C Skywagon – certified July 19, 1963.
- Cessna 185D Skywagon – certified June 17, 1964.
- Cessna 185E Skywagon – certified September 24, 1965.
- Cessna 185F Skywagon – certified October 16, 1973.