Beechcraft Baron vs Beechcraft King Air 200
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Beechcraft Baron
- For sale now
- 3
- Model years available
- 1966–1967
Beechcraft King Air 200
- For sale now
- 95
- Median asking
- $1,495,000
- Range
- $253,500–$3,170,000
- Model years available
- 1971–2013
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Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft Baron | Beechcraft King Air 200 |
|---|---|---|
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Median $126,500
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| Price Range | $107,150 – $145,850 | $253,500 – $3,170,000 |
| Category | — | Multi Engine Turboprop |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 9 |
| Horsepower | 285 HP | 850 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 190 kts (352 km/h) | 272 kts (504 km/h) |
| Range | 1,000 nm (1,852 km) | 1,580 nm (2,926 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 20,000 ft (6,096 m) | 35,000 ft (10,668 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | — | 12,500 lbs (5,670 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,600 lbs (726 kg) | 4,045 lbs (1,835 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 544.0 gal (2059 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 28.0 GPH (106 L/h) | 80.0 GPH (303 L/h) |
| TBO | — | 3,600 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | — | $380,000 |
| Annual Fixed | — | $180,000 |
| Hourly Variable | — | $950 |
| Engines | 2 x Piston | 2 x Turboprop |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBeechcraft Baron
Fuel$154/hr
Beechcraft King Air 200
Fuel$440/hr
Variable$950/hr
Annual Fixed$180,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$370,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft Baron or Beechcraft King Air 200?
Pick the Baron if…
- Budget matters — from $107,150 vs $253,500, you save ~$146,350.
Pick the King Air 200 if…
- More seats — 9 vs 6.
- Faster cruise — 272 kts vs 190 kts.
- Longer range — 1580 nm vs 1000 nm.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Beechcraft Baron or Beechcraft King Air 200?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Baron cruises at 190 kts with 1,000 nm range.
The King Air 200 cruises at 272 kts with 1,580 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft King Air 200: from $995,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft Baron and Beechcraft King Air 200?
Seats: 6 vs 9.
Cruise: 190 vs 272 kts.
Range: 1000 vs 1580 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
King Air 200: about $950/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Baron: 6 seats / 1,600 lb useful load.
King Air 200: 9 seats / 4,045 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
King Air 200: 3,600-hour TBO, overhaul ~$380,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data