Beechcraft Bonanza A36 vs Cessna R182
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Beechcraft Bonanza A36
- For sale now
- 134
- Median asking
- $349,000
- Range
- $227,600–$586,325
- Model years available
- 1969–2005
Cessna R182
- For sale now
- 11
- Median asking
- $184,975
- Range
- $122,411–$233,470
- Model years available
- 1978–1981
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
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) | Beechcraft Bonanza A36 | Cessna R182 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 137 |
| Serious | — | 4 |
| Fatal | — | 29 |
| Fatalities | — | 62 |
| % Fatal | — | 21% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft Bonanza A36 | Cessna R182 |
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| Price Range | $227,600 – $586,325 | $122,411 – $233,470 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 4 |
| Horsepower | 300 HP | 235 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 169 kts (313 km/h) | 156 kts (289 km/h) |
| Range | 720 nm (1,333 km) | 915 nm (1,695 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 18,500 ft (5,639 m) | 16,500 ft (5,029 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 3,650 lbs (1,656 kg) | 2,950 lbs (1,338 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,245 lbs (565 kg) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 74.0 gal (280 L) | 88.0 gal (333 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 14.5 GPH (55 L/h) | 12.5 GPH (47 L/h) |
| TBO | 2,000 hrs | 1,500 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $35,000 | $34,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $22,000 | $22,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $195 | $175 |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBeechcraft Bonanza A36
Fuel$80/hr
Variable$195/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$61,000/yr
Cessna R182
Fuel$69/hr
Variable$175/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$57,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft Bonanza A36 or Cessna R182?
Pick the Bonanza A36 if…
- More seats — 6 vs 4.
- Faster cruise — 169 kts vs 156 kts.
- More inventory — 160 listings vs 26.
Pick the R182 if…
- Budget matters — from $122,411 vs $227,600, you save ~$105,189.
- Lower operating cost — ~$175/hr vs $195/hr.
- Longer range — 915 nm vs 720 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1978 vs 1968.
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 Bonanza A36 or Cessna R182?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Bonanza A36 cruises at 169 kts with 720 nm range.
The R182 cruises at 156 kts with 915 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft Bonanza A36: from $599,000.
Cessna R182: from $149,900.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft Bonanza A36 and Cessna R182?
Bonanza A36 engine: Continental IO-550B (300 hp).
R182 engine: LYCOMING O-540-J3C5D (235 hp).
Seats: 6 vs 4.
Cruise: 169 vs 156 kts.
Range: 720 vs 915 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Bonanza A36: about $195/hr variable cost.
R182: about $175/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?
Bonanza A36: 6 seats / 1,245 lb useful load.
R182: 4 seats / 1,110 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?
Bonanza A36: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000.
R182: 1,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$34,000.
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 updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data