Beechcraft Baron vs Cessna 414
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
Cessna 414
- For sale now
- 41
- Median asking
- $450,000
- Range
- $227,883–$712,000
- Model years available
- 1971–1983
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Beechcraft Baron | Cessna 414 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 149 |
| Serious | — | 16 |
| Fatal | — | 58 |
| Fatalities | — | 148 |
| % Fatal | — | 39% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft Baron | Cessna 414 |
|---|---|---|
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Median $126,500
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| Price Range | $107,150 – $145,850 | $227,883 – $712,000 |
| Category | — | Multi Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 8 |
| Horsepower | 285 HP | 310 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 190 kts (352 km/h) | 210 kts (389 km/h) |
| Range | 1,000 nm (1,852 km) | 1,315 nm (2,435 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 20,000 ft (6,096 m) | 30,200 ft (9,205 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | — | 6,750 lbs (3,062 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,600 lbs (726 kg) | 2,250 lbs (1,021 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 206.0 gal (780 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 28.0 GPH (106 L/h) | 30.0 GPH (114 L/h) |
| TBO | — | 1,400 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | — | $45,000 |
| Annual Fixed | — | $30,000 |
| Hourly Variable | — | $350 |
| Engines | 2 x Piston | 2 x Piston (Turbocharged) |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBeechcraft Baron
Fuel$154/hr
Cessna 414
Fuel$165/hr
Variable$350/hr
Annual Fixed$30,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$100,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft Baron or Cessna 414?
Pick the Baron if…
- Budget matters — from $107,150 vs $227,883, you save ~$120,733.
Pick the 414 if…
- More seats — 8 vs 6.
- Faster cruise — 210 kts vs 190 kts.
- Longer range — 1315 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 Cessna 414?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Baron cruises at 190 kts with 1,000 nm range.
The 414 cruises at 210 kts with 1,315 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 414: from $359,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft Baron and Cessna 414?
414 engine: CONTINENTAL TSIO-520-N (310 hp).
Seats: 6 vs 8.
Cruise: 190 vs 210 kts.
Range: 1000 vs 1315 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
414: about $350/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.
414: 8 seats / 2,250 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?
414: 1,400-hour TBO, overhaul ~$45,000.
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