Socata TBM 700 vs Beechcraft King Air 200
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Socata TBM 700
- For sale now
- 27
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 7
- Source marketplaces
- 6
- Model years available
- 1991–2006
Beechcraft King Air 200
- For sale now
- 95
- Median asking
- $1,495,000
- Range
- $253,500–$3,170,000
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 45
- Source marketplaces
- 15
- Model years available
- 1971–2013
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) | Socata TBM 700 | Beechcraft King Air 200 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 46 | — |
| Serious | 1 | — |
| Fatal | 20 | — |
| Fatalities | 49 | — |
| % Fatal | 43% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Socata TBM 700 | Beechcraft King Air 200 |
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| Price Range | $1,046,920 – $1,740,000 | $253,500 – $3,170,000 |
| Category | Single Engine Turboprop | Multi Engine Turboprop |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 9 |
| Cruise Speed | 300 kts (556 km/h) | 272 kts (504 km/h) |
| Range | 1,350 nm (2,500 km) | 1,580 nm (2,926 km) |
| Service Ceiling | — | 35,000 ft (10,668 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 6,578 lbs (2,984 kg) | 12,500 lbs (5,670 kg) |
| Useful Load | — | 4,045 lbs (1,835 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 544.0 gal (2059 L) |
| Fuel Burn | — | 80.0 GPH (303 L/h) |
| TBO | — | 3,600 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | — | $380,000 |
| Annual Fixed | — | $180,000 |
| Hourly Variable | — | $950 |
| Engines | — | 2 x Turboprop |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateSocata TBM 700
Beechcraft King Air 200
Fuel$440/hr
Variable$950/hr
Annual Fixed$180,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$370,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Socata TBM 700 or Beechcraft King Air 200?
Pick the TBM 700 if…
- Faster cruise — 300 kts vs 272 kts.
Pick the King Air 200 if…
- Budget matters — from $253,500 vs $1,046,920, you save ~$793,420.
- More seats — 9 vs 6.
- Longer range — 1580 nm vs 1350 nm.
- More inventory — 93 listings vs 25.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Socata TBM 700 or Beechcraft King Air 200?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The TBM 700 cruises at 300 kts with 1,350 nm range.
The King Air 200 cruises at 272 kts with 1,580 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft King Air 200: from $107,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Socata TBM 700 and Beechcraft King Air 200?
Seats: 6 vs 9.
Cruise: 300 vs 272 kts.
Range: 1350 vs 1580 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
King Air 200: about $950/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?
TBM 700: 6 seats.
King Air 200: 9 seats / 4,045 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 200: 3,600-hour TBO, overhaul ~$380,000.
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