Cessna T310 vs Cessna 320

Live Market Snapshot

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

Cessna T310

No active listings right now.

Cessna 320
For sale now
5
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
1
Source marketplaces
2
Model years available
1963–1967

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Generations Breakdown

Per-generation specs — engine/weight/performance differ materially across production eras.

Per-era “For sale” counts exclude listings with unspecified year and separate variants (RG retractable, Hawk XP), so they may not sum to the total above.

Cessna T310 — 0 generations

GenerationYearsEngineMTOWCruiseRangeFor sale

Cessna 320 — 2 generations

GenerationYearsEngineMTOWCruiseRangeFor sale
172 O-320 150hp 1968–1976 Lycoming O-320-E2D 2300 120 585 105
172 O-320 160hp 1977–1986 Lycoming O-320-H2AD/D2J 2400 122 585 89

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 T310Cessna 320
All events5689
Serious57
Fatal2034
Fatalities3981
% Fatal36%38%
View full Cessna T310 NTSB record →View full Cessna 320 NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Cessna T310 Cessna 320
Cessna 320
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Median $105,000
Price Range — $98,938 – $122,750
Category — Multi Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 6 6
Horsepower — 150–160 HP
Cruise Speed — 120–122 kts (226 km/h)
Range — 900 nm (1,667 km)
Max Gross Weight 5,500 lbs (2,495 kg) 2300–2,400 lbs (1,089 kg)
Useful Load — 1,800 lbs (816 kg)
Fuel Burn 28.0 GPH (106 L/h) —
TBO 1,600 hrs 1,500 hrs
Overhaul Cost $38,000 —
Annual Fixed $32,000 —
Hourly Variable $340 —
Engines 2 x Reciprocating 2 x

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Cessna T310

Fuel$154/hr
Variable$340/hr
Annual Fixed$32,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $100,000/yr

Cessna 320

Which Should You Buy: Cessna T310 or Cessna 320?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Cessna T310 or Cessna 320?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 320 cruises at 200 kts with 900 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 320: from $98,750. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna T310 and Cessna 320?
T310 engine: Continental TSIO-520-B;TSIO-520-BB.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
T310: about $340/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?
T310: 6 seats. 320: 6 seats / 1,800 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?
T310: 1,600-hour TBO, overhaul ~$38,000. 320: 1,500-hour TBO. 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