Beechcraft Baron G58 vs Howard 500
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Beechcraft Baron G58
- For sale now
- 23
- Median asking
- $1,125,000
- Range
- $832,400–$1,721,000
- Model years available
- 1999–2024
Howard 500
- For sale now
- 2
- Model years available
- 1960–1963
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Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft Baron G58 | Howard 500 |
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| Price Range | $832,400 – $1,721,000 | $2,500,000 |
| Category | Multi Engine Piston | Multi Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 7 |
| Horsepower | 300 HP | 2,500 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 202 kts (374 km/h) | 250 kts (463 km/h) |
| Range | 1,480 nm (2,741 km) | 1,200 nm (2,222 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 20,688 ft (6,306 m) | 25,000 ft (7,620 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 5,524 lbs (2,506 kg) | — |
| Useful Load | 1,534 lbs (696 kg) | 3,500 lbs (1,588 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 194.0 gal (734 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 30.0 GPH (114 L/h) | 100.0 GPH (378 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,700 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $42,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $30,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $330 | — |
| Engines | 2 x Piston | 2 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBeechcraft Baron G58
Fuel$165/hr
Variable$330/hr
Annual Fixed$30,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$96,000/yr
Howard 500
Fuel$550/hr
Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft Baron G58 or Howard 500?
Pick the Baron G58 if…
- Budget matters — from $832,400 vs $2,500,000, you save ~$1,667,600.
- Longer range — 1480 nm vs 1200 nm.
- More inventory — 23 listings vs 2.
Pick the 500 if…
- More seats — 7 vs 6.
- Faster cruise — 250 kts vs 202 kts.
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 Baron G58 or Howard 500?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Baron G58 cruises at 202 kts with 1,480 nm range.
The 500 cruises at 250 kts with 1,200 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft Baron G58: from $1,299,000.
Howard 500: from $2,500,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft Baron G58 and Howard 500?
Baron G58 engine: Continental IO-520;IO-550 (300 hp).
Seats: 6 vs 7.
Cruise: 202 vs 250 kts.
Range: 1480 vs 1200 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Baron G58: about $330/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?
Baron G58: 6 seats / 1,534 lb useful load.
500: 7 seats / 3,500 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?
Baron G58: 1,700-hour TBO, overhaul ~$42,000.
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