Beechcraft King Air 350 vs Socata TBM 940

The Daher TBM (fast single PT6) and Beechcraft King Air 350 (twin PT6) compare speed-and-economy against twin redundancy and cabin in the turboprop class.

Live Market Snapshot

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Beechcraft King Air 350
For sale now
55
Median asking
$3,345,000
Range
$2,165,000–$5,120,000
Model years available
1990–2019
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 350 Socata TBM 940
Beechcraft King Air 350
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Median $3,345,000
 Socata TBM 940
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Median $3,922,500
Price Range $2,165,000 – $5,120,000 $3,695,000 – $4,235,000
Category Multi Engine Turboprop Single Engine Turboprop
Model Specifications
Seats 11 6
Horsepower — 850 HP
Cruise Speed 295 kts (546 km/h) 330 kts (611 km/h)
Range 1,806 nm (3,345 km) 1,730 nm (3,204 km)
Service Ceiling 35,000 ft (10,668 m) 31,000 ft (9,449 m)
Max Gross Weight 15,000 lbs (6,804 kg) —
Useful Load 5,400 lbs (2,449 kg) 1,400 lbs (635 kg)
Fuel Capacity 544.0 gal (2059 L) —
Fuel Burn 120.0 GPH (454 L/h) 55.0 GPH (208 L/h)
TBO 3,600 hrs —
Overhaul Cost $450,000 —
Annual Fixed $220,000 —
Hourly Variable $1,100 —
Engines 2 x Turboprop 1 x Turboprop

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Beechcraft King Air 350

Fuel$660/hr
Variable$1,100/hr
Annual Fixed$220,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $440,000/yr

Socata TBM 940

Fuel$302/hr

Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft King Air 350 or Socata TBM 940?

Bottom line: Choose the TBM for speed (~330 kt), the lowest single-turboprop operating cost and owner-flown simplicity. Choose the King Air 350 for twin-engine redundancy, a larger cabin-class cabin and the established operator/charter pedigree — more cabin and redundancy at higher operating cost.

Pick the King Air 350 if…

  • Budget matters — from $2,165,000 vs $3,695,000, you save ~$1,530,000.
  • More seats — 11 vs 6.
  • Longer range — 1806 nm vs 1730 nm.
  • More inventory — 38 listings vs 4.

Pick the TBM 940 if…

  • Faster cruise — 330 kts vs 295 kts.

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 350 or Socata TBM 940?
It depends on your mission and budget. The King Air 350 cruises at 295 kts with 1,806 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?
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 350 and Socata TBM 940?
Seats: 11 vs 6. Cruise: 295 vs 330 kts. Range: 1806 vs 1730 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
King Air 350: about $1100/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 350: 11 seats / 5,400 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 350: 3,600-hour TBO, overhaul ~$450,000. 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