Cessna 310 vs Cessna 414

The Cessna 310 and the Cessna 414 Chancellor are two Cessna twins a class apart — the sleek, unpressurised 310 and the pressurised, cabin-class 414. The 310 is the fast classic light twin; the 414 adds a pressurised, roomier cabin. Where each trades now is below.

Live Market Snapshot

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Cessna 310

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Cessna 414
For sale now
41
Median asking
$450,000
Range
$227,883–$712,000
Model years available
1971–1983

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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)Cessna 310Cessna 414
All events584149
Serious4216
Fatal18158
Fatalities354148
% Fatal31%39%
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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Cessna 310 Cessna 414
Cessna 414
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Median $450,000
Price Range — $227,883 – $712,000
Category — Multi Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 5 8
Horsepower 240 HP 310 HP
Cruise Speed 190 kts (352 km/h) 210 kts (389 km/h)
Range 800 nm (1,482 km) 1,315 nm (2,435 km)
Service Ceiling 20,000 ft (6,096 m) 30,200 ft (9,205 m)
Max Gross Weight 4,830 lbs (2,191 kg) 6,750 lbs (3,062 kg)
Useful Load 1,700 lbs (771 kg) 2,250 lbs (1,021 kg)
Fuel Capacity 100.0 gal (378 L) 206.0 gal (780 L)
Fuel Burn 22.0 GPH (83 L/h) 30.0 GPH (114 L/h)
TBO 1,500 hrs 1,400 hrs
Overhaul Cost $38,000 $45,000
Annual Fixed $25,000 $30,000
Hourly Variable $280 $350
Engines 2 x Piston 2 x Piston (Turbocharged)

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Cessna 310

Fuel$121/hr
Variable$280/hr
Annual Fixed$25,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $81,000/yr

Cessna 414

Fuel$165/hr
Variable$350/hr
Annual Fixed$30,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $100,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Cessna 310 or Cessna 414?

Bottom line: Choose the 310 for a fast, affordable light twin — sleek and capable, without pressurisation. Choose the 414 Chancellor for pressurised comfort and room — a wider cabin-class cabin to cross weather above much of it, at a higher cost. On safety both are piston twins with engine-out redundancy but demanding light-twin proficiency; the difference is pressurisation and size, not safety class. Fast light twin, or pressurised cabin-class.

Pick the 310 if…

  • Lower operating cost — ~$280/hr vs $350/hr.

Pick the 414 if…

  • More seats — 8 vs 5.
  • Faster cruise — 210 kts vs 190 kts.
  • Longer range — 1315 nm vs 800 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 1970 vs 1956.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the Cessna 310 and 414?
The 310 is an unpressurised light twin; the 414 Chancellor a pressurised, roomier cabin-class twin. The 310 is faster for the money; the 414 adds pressurisation and cabin space.
Which is pressurised?
The 414 Chancellor — its pressurised cabin lets it cruise high. The 310 is unpressurised.
Which is cheaper?
The 310 — lower acquisition and running costs than the larger, pressurised 414.
Which is better, Cessna 310 or Cessna 414?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 310 cruises at 190 kts with 800 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 Cessna 310 and Cessna 414?
310 engine: CONTINENTAL O-470-B;O-470-M (240 hp). 414 engine: CONTINENTAL TSIO-520-N (310 hp). Seats: 5 vs 8. Cruise: 190 vs 210 kts. Range: 800 vs 1315 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
310: about $280/hr variable cost. 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?
310: 5 seats / 1,700 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?
310: 1,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$38,000. 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.
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