1965 Beechcraft Baron B55
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Avionics: Audio Panel/ Marker Beacons: Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel HSI: Bendix King Slaves HSI GPS/Nav/Com #1: Avidyne IFD 540 w ADSB Traffic Weather Com #2: Garmin GTR 225 Digital Com Transponder: Avidyne AXP-322 Remote Transponder ADSB In: Skytrax 100B ADSB Receiver DME: King KN-64 DME Autopilot: STEC 60-2 w Verticle Speed Select Avionics Master Switch
Pilot Co-Pilot Mic Buttons Additional Features: Dual Control Wheels Prop Anti-Ice Vortex Generators GAMI Fuel Injectors 6 Place Intercom System C D Cabin Heater Pilot Co-Pilot Mic Buttons 3 Axis Trim Control 3 Light Strobe System Avionics Master Switch Large Baggage Door External Power Receptacle Electric Elevator Trim 136 Gallons Useable Fuel 5th and 6th Seats Installed Vertical Card Compass JPI 760 Graphic Engine Monitor Alternate Static Air System 24 Volt Electrical System 3 Blade Hartzell Props
Description
N873T 1965 Beechcraft Baron B-55, Serial No. TC-845; 4060 Total Time, Continental IO-470L 260 Horsepower Engines: Right Engine 265 Since Major Overhaul, Left Engine 365 Since Major Overhaul, 3 Blade Hartzell Props w Anti-Ice 265 Since Overhaul 2021, JPI EDM-760 Graphic Engine Monitor, GAMI Fuel Injectors, STEC-60-2 Autopilot with King KCS-55 Slaved HSI with Altitude Hold and Vertical Speed Select, Avidyne IFD-540 Color FMS/GPS/Nav/Com w WAAS, Avidyne AXP-322 Remote Transponder with ADS-B, Avidyne Skytrax 100B ADS-B In Receiver, Subscription Free ADS-B Traffic Weather on IFD-540, New Generation Garmin GTR-225 Digital Com, Garmin GMA-340 Audio Panel with Marker Beacon and Intercom Sytem, King KN-64 DME, Avionics Master Switch, Pilot and Co-Pilot Mic Buttons, Duel Control Wheels, Vortex Generators, 6 Place Intercom System, 3 Light strobe System, Large Baggage Door, Electric Elevator Trim, C D Cabin Heater, External Power Receptacle, 136 Gallons Usable Fuel, Vertical Card Compass System, Alternate Static Air System, Aft Baggage Compartment, 6 Seats, Useful Load = 1,769 Lbs as Equipped, Complete Logbooks, No Known Damage History, Price = $159,000 with Baron School.
Engine
Engine(s): #1 Engine IO-470 260 Horsepower Engine 365 SMOH #2 Engine IO-470 260 Horsepower Engine 265 SMOH Prop(s): 3 Blade Hartzell Props 265 Since Overhaul 2021
Propeller
Airframe: Total Time = 4,060 Since New
Interior
Tan Leather Seats w Beige and Dark Red Sidewalls– 7/10
Exterior
White Overall with Blue and Silver Striping, 7/10
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Carolina Aircraft
globalair.com
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$159,000
|
NC | May 17, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Carolina Aircraft Inc - Dominic DeLuca
trade-a-plane.com
|
$159,000
|
Greensboro, NC | May 19, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Carolina Aircraft
aircraftdealer.com
|
$159,000
|
Greenville, SC | May 15, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Dominic DeLuca
avpay.aero
|
$159,000
|
NC | May 14, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
|
$159,000
|
NC | May 15, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Carolina Aircraft
aircraftforsale.com
|
$159,000
|
— | May 13, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Beechcraft Baron B55
This 1965 Beechcraft Baron B55 (N873T) is a 6-seat multi engine piston with 4,060 hours on the airframe. There are currently 43 Baron B55 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $53,171 to $486,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $159,000.
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 Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $143/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 4,060 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.
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Beechcraft Baron B55 — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N873T.
Location & Ownership
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
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