Beechcraft King Air 350 vs Piaggio P-180 Avanti II

The Piaggio Avanti (P.180) and Beechcraft King Air 350 are cabin-class twin turboprops — the Avanti a fast pusher-prop with near-jet speed and a stand-up cabin, the King Air the proven benchmark.

Live Market Snapshot

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Beechcraft King Air 350
For sale now
72
Median asking
$3,197,500
Range
$1,952,250–$5,237,500
Model years available
1990–2019
Piaggio P-180 Avanti II
For sale now
4
Model years available
2007–2018

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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Beechcraft King Air 350 Piaggio P-180 Avanti II
Beechcraft King Air 350
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Median $3,197,500
 Piaggio P-180 Avanti II
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Median $3,797,500
Price Range $1,952,250 – $5,237,500 $1,815,250 – $5,779,750
Category Multi Engine Turboprop Multi Engine Turboprop
Model Specifications
Seats 11 9
Horsepower — 850 HP
Cruise Speed 295 kts (546 km/h) 402 kts (745 km/h)
Range 1,806 nm (3,345 km) 1,470 nm (2,722 km)
Service Ceiling 35,000 ft (10,668 m) 41,000 ft (12,497 m)
Max Gross Weight 15,000 lbs (6,804 kg) —
Useful Load 5,400 lbs (2,449 kg) 3,400 lbs (1,542 kg)
Fuel Capacity 544.0 gal (2059 L) —
Fuel Burn 120.0 GPH (454 L/h) 95.0 GPH (360 L/h)
TBO 3,600 hrs —
Overhaul Cost $450,000 —
Annual Fixed $220,000 —
Hourly Variable $1,100 —
Engines 2 x Turboprop 2 x Turboprop

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Beechcraft King Air 350

Fuel$660/hr
Variable$1,100/hr
Annual Fixed$220,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $440,000/yr

Piaggio P-180 Avanti II

Fuel$522/hr

Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft King Air 350 or Piaggio P-180 Avanti II?

Bottom line: Choose the King Air 350 for the largest support network, conventional systems and resale; choose the Avanti for jet-like speed (~400 kt), a stand-up cabin and distinctive design (specialist support). King Air = support/resale; Avanti = speed/cabin.

Pick the King Air 350 if…

  • More seats — 11 vs 9.
  • Longer range — 1806 nm vs 1470 nm.
  • More inventory — 50 listings vs 3.

Pick the P-180 Avanti II if…

  • Budget matters — from $1,815,250 vs $1,952,250, you save ~$137,000.
  • Faster cruise — 402 kts vs 295 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 King Air 350 or Piaggio P-180 Avanti II?
It depends on your mission and budget. The King Air 350 cruises at 295 kts with 1,806 nm range. The P-180 Avanti II cruises at 402 kts with 1,470 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Piaggio P-180 Avanti II: from $1,595,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft King Air 350 and Piaggio P-180 Avanti II?
Seats: 11 vs 9. Cruise: 295 vs 402 kts. Range: 1806 vs 1470 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
King Air 350: about $1100/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 350: 11 seats / 5,400 lb useful load. P-180 Avanti II: 9 seats / 3,400 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 350: 3,600-hour TBO, overhaul ~$450,000. 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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