Piper Aztec vs Beechcraft Baron B55
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Piper Aztec | Beechcraft Baron B55 |
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| Price Range | $50,000 – $395,000 | $53,171 – $486,000 |
| Category | Multi Engine Piston | Multi Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | — | 6 |
| Horsepower | — | 260 HP |
| Cruise Speed | — | 190 kts (352 km/h) |
| Range | — | 990 nm (1,833 km) |
| Service Ceiling | — | 19,500 ft (5,944 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | — | 5,100 lbs (2,313 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 136.0 gal (515 L) |
| Fuel Burn | — | 26.0 GPH (98 L/h) |
| TBO | — | 1,500 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | — | $38,000 |
| Annual Fixed | — | $25,000 |
| Hourly Variable | — | $280 |
| Engines | — | 2 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimatePiper Aztec
Beechcraft Baron B55
Fuel$143/hr
Variable$280/hr
Annual Fixed$25,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$81,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Piper Aztec or Beechcraft Baron B55?
Pick the Aztec if…
- Budget matters — from $50,000 vs $53,171, you save ~$3,171.
Pick the Baron B55 if…
- More inventory — 41 listings vs 31.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Piper Aztec or Beechcraft Baron B55?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Baron B55 cruises at 190 kts with 990 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Piper Aztec: from $145,000.
Beechcraft Baron B55: from $197,948.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Piper Aztec and Beechcraft Baron B55?
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Baron B55: about $280/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 B55: 6 seats.
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 B55: 1,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$38,000.
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