Beechcraft Bonanza A36 vs Mooney Acclaim
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Beechcraft Bonanza A36
- For sale now
- 134
- Median asking
- $349,000
- Range
- $227,600–$586,325
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 59
- Source marketplaces
- 12
- Model years available
- 1969–2005
Mooney Acclaim
- For sale now
- 16
- Median asking
- $455,000
- Range
- $377,538–$806,800
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 5
- Source marketplaces
- 5
- Model years available
- 2007–2019
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft Bonanza A36 | Mooney Acclaim |
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| Price Range | $227,600 – $586,325 | $377,538 – $806,800 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 4 |
| Horsepower | 300 HP | 280 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 169 kts (313 km/h) | 242 kts (448 km/h) |
| Range | 720 nm (1,333 km) | 1,100 nm (2,037 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 18,500 ft (5,639 m) | 25,000 ft (7,620 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 3,650 lbs (1,656 kg) | 3,380 lbs (1,533 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,245 lbs (565 kg) | 1,000 lbs (454 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 74.0 gal (280 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 14.5 GPH (55 L/h) | 18.0 GPH (68 L/h) |
| TBO | 2,000 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $35,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $22,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $195 | — |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston (Turbocharged) |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBeechcraft Bonanza A36
Fuel$80/hr
Variable$195/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$61,000/yr
Mooney Acclaim
Fuel$99/hr
Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft Bonanza A36 or Mooney Acclaim?
Pick the Bonanza A36 if…
- Budget matters — from $227,600 vs $377,538, you save ~$149,938.
- More seats — 6 vs 4.
- More inventory — 153 listings vs 16.
Pick the Acclaim if…
- Faster cruise — 242 kts vs 169 kts.
- Longer range — 1100 nm vs 720 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 Bonanza A36 or Mooney Acclaim?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Bonanza A36 cruises at 169 kts with 720 nm range.
The Acclaim cruises at 242 kts with 1,100 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft Bonanza A36: from $236,070.
Mooney Acclaim: from $775,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft Bonanza A36 and Mooney Acclaim?
Bonanza A36 engine: Continental IO-550B (300 hp).
Seats: 6 vs 4.
Cruise: 169 vs 242 kts.
Range: 720 vs 1100 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Bonanza A36: about $195/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?
Bonanza A36: 6 seats / 1,245 lb useful load.
Acclaim: 4 seats / 1,000 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?
Bonanza A36: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000.
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.
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