Beechcraft King Air 200 vs Socata TBM 940
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Beechcraft King Air 200
- For sale now
- 92
- Median asking
- $1,632,500
- Range
- $109,550–$2,670,000
- Model years available
- 1970–2010
Socata TBM 940
- For sale now
- 4
- Model years available
- 2019–2020
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Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft King Air 200 | Socata TBM 940 |
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| Price Range | $109,550 – $2,670,000 | $3,695,000 – $4,235,000 |
| Category | Multi Engine Turboprop | Single Engine Turboprop |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 9 | 6 |
| Horsepower | 850 HP | 850 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 272 kts (504 km/h) | 330 kts (611 km/h) |
| Range | 1,580 nm (2,926 km) | 1,730 nm (3,204 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 35,000 ft (10,668 m) | 31,000 ft (9,449 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 12,500 lbs (5,670 kg) | — |
| Useful Load | 4,045 lbs (1,835 kg) | 1,400 lbs (635 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 544.0 gal (2059 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 80.0 GPH (303 L/h) | 55.0 GPH (208 L/h) |
| TBO | 3,600 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $380,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $180,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $950 | — |
| Engines | 2 x Turboprop | 1 x Turboprop |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBeechcraft King Air 200
Fuel$440/hr
Variable$950/hr
Annual Fixed$180,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$370,000/yr
Socata TBM 940
Fuel$302/hr
Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft King Air 200 or Socata TBM 940?
Pick the King Air 200 if…
- Budget matters — from $109,550 vs $3,695,000, you save ~$3,585,450.
- More seats — 9 vs 6.
- More inventory — 34 listings vs 4.
Pick the TBM 940 if…
- Faster cruise — 330 kts vs 272 kts.
- Longer range — 1730 nm vs 1580 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 King Air 200 or Socata TBM 940?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The King Air 200 cruises at 272 kts with 1,580 nm range.
The TBM 940 cruises at 330 kts with 1,730 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft King Air 200: from $949,000.
Socata TBM 940: from $4,150,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft King Air 200 and Socata TBM 940?
Seats: 9 vs 6.
Cruise: 272 vs 330 kts.
Range: 1580 vs 1730 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?
King Air 200: 9 seats / 4,045 lb useful load.
TBM 940: 6 seats / 1,400 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