Beechcraft King Air 200 vs Cessna Conquest II
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
- 95
- Median asking
- $1,495,000
- Range
- $253,500–$3,170,000
- Model years available
- 1971–2013
Cessna Conquest II
- For sale now
- 10
- Model years available
- 1978–1984
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Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft King Air 200 | Cessna Conquest II |
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| Price Range | $253,500 – $3,170,000 | $828,904 – $1,866,250 |
| Category | Multi Engine Turboprop | Multi Engine Turboprop |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 9 | 11 |
| Horsepower | 850 HP | 635 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 272 kts (504 km/h) | 272 kts (504 km/h) |
| Range | 1,580 nm (2,926 km) | 1,650 nm (3,056 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 35,000 ft (10,668 m) | 35,000 ft (10,668 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 12,500 lbs (5,670 kg) | 9,850 lbs (4,468 kg) |
| Useful Load | 4,045 lbs (1,835 kg) | 3,100 lbs (1,406 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 544.0 gal (2059 L) | 475.0 gal (1798 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 80.0 GPH (303 L/h) | 70.0 GPH (265 L/h) |
| TBO | 3,600 hrs | 3,500 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $380,000 | $350,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $180,000 | $70,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $950 | $800 |
| Engines | 2 x Turboprop | 2 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
Cessna Conquest II
Fuel$385/hr
Variable$800/hr
Annual Fixed$70,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$230,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft King Air 200 or Cessna Conquest II?
Pick the King Air 200 if…
- Budget matters — from $253,500 vs $828,904, you save ~$575,404.
- More inventory — 39 listings vs 10.
Pick the Conquest II if…
- Lower operating cost — ~$800/hr vs $950/hr.
- More seats — 11 vs 9.
- Longer range — 1650 nm vs 1580 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1977 vs 1974.
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 Cessna Conquest II?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The King Air 200 cruises at 272 kts with 1,580 nm range.
The Conquest II cruises at 272 kts with 1,650 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft King Air 200: from $995,000.
Cessna Conquest II: from $995,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft King Air 200 and Cessna Conquest II?
Conquest II engine: HONEYWELL TPE331-8-401S (635 hp).
Seats: 9 vs 11.
Cruise: 272 vs 272 kts.
Range: 1580 vs 1650 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
King Air 200: about $950/hr variable cost.
Conquest II: about $800/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.
Conquest II: 11 seats / 3,100 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.
Conquest II: 3,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$350,000.
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