Cessna 310F vs Cessna 414

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Spec / Model Cessna 310F Cessna 414
Cessna 310F
View 3 listings →
Median $125,000
Cessna 414
View 40 listings →
Median $475,000
Price Range $114,523 – $131,635 $119,000 – $739,500
Category Multi Engine Piston Multi Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 5 8
Horsepower 240 HP
Cruise Speed 185 kts (343 km/h) 210 kts (389 km/h)
Range 800 nm (1,482 km) 1,315 nm (2,435 km)
Service Ceiling 30,200 ft (9,205 m)
Max Gross Weight 12,500 lbs (5,670 kg) 6,750 lbs (3,062 kg)
Useful Load 1,700 lbs (771 kg) 2,250 lbs (1,021 kg)
Fuel Capacity 206.0 gal (780 L)
Fuel Burn 30.0 GPH (114 L/h)
TBO 1,500 hrs 1,600 hrs
Overhaul Cost $45,000
Annual Fixed $30,000
Hourly Variable $350
Engines 2 x Reciprocating 2 x Piston (Turbocharged)

Cost of Ownership

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Cessna 310F

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 310F or Cessna 414?

Pick the 310F if…

  • Budget matters — from $114,523 vs $119,000, you save ~$4,477.

Pick the 414 if…

  • More seats — 8 vs 5.
  • Faster cruise — 210 kts vs 185 kts.
  • Longer range — 1315 nm vs 800 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 1970 vs 1961.
  • More inventory — 40 listings vs 3.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Cessna 310F or Cessna 414?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 310F cruises at 185 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 310F: from $125,000. Cessna 414: from $119,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 310F and Cessna 414?
310F engine: Continental O-470-D (240 hp). 414 engine: Continental TSIO-520-N. Seats: 5 vs 8. Cruise: 185 vs 210 kts. Range: 800 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?
310F: 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?
310F: 1,500-hour TBO. 414: 1,600-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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