Cessna 340 vs Cessna 414A

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Cessna 340
For sale now
81
Median asking
$300,000
Range
$168,823–$523,000
Model years available
1972–1984
Cessna 414A
For sale now
24
Median asking
$485,000
Range
$344,200–$707,100
Model years available
1978–1983

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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 340Cessna 414A
All events19148
Serious74
Fatal7219
Fatalities17953
% Fatal38%40%
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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Cessna 340 Cessna 414A
Cessna 340
View 17 listings →
Median $300,000
 Cessna 414A
View 29 listings →
Median $485,000
Price Range $168,823 – $523,000 $344,200 – $707,100
Category Multi Engine Piston Multi Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 6 8
Horsepower 285 HP 310 HP
Cruise Speed 195 kts (361 km/h) 210 kts (389 km/h)
Range 1,180 nm (2,185 km) 1,315 nm (2,435 km)
Service Ceiling 29,800 ft (9,083 m) 30,200 ft (9,205 m)
Max Gross Weight 5,990 lbs (2,717 kg) 6,750 lbs (3,062 kg)
Useful Load 1,840 lbs (835 kg) 2,250 lbs (1,021 kg)
Fuel Capacity 163.0 gal (617 L) 102.0 gal (386 L)
Fuel Burn 28.0 GPH (106 L/h) 30.0 GPH (114 L/h)
TBO 1,400 hrs 1,400 hrs
Overhaul Cost $40,000 $45,000
Annual Fixed $28,000 $30,000
Hourly Variable $320 $350
Engines 2 x Piston (Turbocharged) 2 x Piston (Turbocharged)

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Cessna 340

Fuel$154/hr
Variable$320/hr
Annual Fixed$28,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $92,000/yr

Cessna 414A

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

Which Should You Buy: Cessna 340 or Cessna 414A?

Pick the 340 if…

  • Budget matters — from $168,823 vs $344,200, you save ~$175,377.
  • Lower operating cost — ~$320/hr vs $350/hr.

Pick the 414A if…

  • More seats — 8 vs 6.
  • Faster cruise — 210 kts vs 195 kts.
  • Longer range — 1315 nm vs 1180 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 1976 vs 1972.
  • More inventory — 29 listings vs 17.

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 340 or Cessna 414A?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 340 cruises at 195 kts with 1,180 nm range. The 414A 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 340: from $490,000. Cessna 414A: from $485,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 340 and Cessna 414A?
340 engine: CONTINENTAL TSIO-520-K (285 hp). 414A engine: CONTINENTAL TSIO-520-N (310 hp). Seats: 6 vs 8. Cruise: 195 vs 210 kts. Range: 1180 vs 1315 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
340: about $320/hr variable cost. 414A: 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?
340: 6 seats / 1,840 lb useful load. 414A: 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?
340: 1,400-hour TBO, overhaul ~$40,000. 414A: 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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