1964 Beechcraft Baron B55 for sale

1964 Beechcraft Baron B55

Multi Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$154,500
Location Fort Worth, Texas
Total Time 7,870 hrs
Engine SMOH 555 hrs
Seats 6
Serial # TC528
Reg # N1529S
Cruise 190 kts (352 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently ⚠ High time

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
PMA 8000 Audio Panel Garmin GNS530W GPS/Comm/Nav 1 King KX155 Nav/Comm 2 King KN64 DME King KN67 ADF Garmin GTX345 ADSB Transponder Dual Garmin G5 PFD/HSI STEC 50 Auto Pilot

Description

This 1964 Beechcraft B55 Baron is a solid, well equipped twin with 7,870 hours total time. It features 555 hours since overhaul on one engine and 1,245 hours since overhaul on the other, offering a good balance of time remaining. The panel is nicely updated with a Garmin 530W WAAS GPS, dual Garmin G5 displays configured as PFD and HSI, and a Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B transponder, giving you modern capability in a classic airframe. Cosmetically, the aircraft presents well. The paint and interior are in good overall condition with plenty of life left, showing only typical wear consistent with its age. A straightforward, dependable Baron with the right avionics upgrades ready to go fly and enjoy.

Modifications / STCs

Co-Pilot USB Charging Plugs

Hobbs Meter

Dual Garmin G5's

STEC 50 Auto Pilot

Pilot Side Door Vent Window

LED Landing Light

Co-Pilot PTT

Aux Fuel Tanks 136Gallons

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Beechcraft Baron B55

This 1964 Beechcraft Baron B55 (N1529S) is a 6-seat multi engine piston with 7,870 hours on the airframe. There are currently 44 Baron B55 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $99,900 to $486,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $154,500.

The Baron B55 cruises at 190 kts (352 km/h) with a range of 990 nm (1,833 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 19,500 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 26 GPH (98 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $161/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $280/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $25,000. With 7,870 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 7,870 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (1,500 hrs)
Budget $390 for pre-purchase inspection

Beechcraft Baron B55 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
6
Cruise Speed
190 kts (352 km/h)
Max Speed
200 kts (370 km/h)
Range
990 nm (1,833 km)
Ceiling
19,500 ft (5,944 m)
Max Weight
5,100 lbs (2,313 kg)
Useful Load
1,750 lbs (794 kg)
Horsepower
260 HP
Fuel Capacity
136 gal (515 L)
Fuel Burn
26 GPH (98 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
1,500 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

BEECHCRAFT Baron B55

Fuel Burn
26.0 GPH
~$169/hr
Variable Cost
$280/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$25,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$38,000
every 1,500 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the BEECHCRAFT Baron B55. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N1529S.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Fort Worth, Texas

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Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

NTSB safety data coming soon.

We'll check N1529S against the NTSB accident database.

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