Beechcraft King Air 200 vs Socata TBM 900

The Beechcraft King Air (90 or 200) and Daher TBM are different-class turboprops — the King Air is a pressurised twin-turboprop (~250-290 kt); the TBM is a single-engine turboprop (~320-330 kt with TBM 930/940) on one PT6.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle

Beechcraft King Air 200
For sale now
95
Median asking
$1,495,000
Range
$253,500–$3,170,000
Model years available
1971–2013
Socata TBM 900
For sale now
11
Model years available
2014–2023

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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Beechcraft King Air 200 Socata TBM 900
Beechcraft King Air 200
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Median $1,495,000
 Socata TBM 900
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Median $2,970,000
Price Range $253,500 – $3,170,000 $2,737,500 – $3,041,000
Category Multi Engine Turboprop Single Engine Turboprop
Model Specifications
Seats 9 6
Horsepower 850 HP 850 HP
Cruise Speed 272 kts (504 km/h) 330 kts (611 km/h)
Range 1,580 nm (2,926 km) 1,730 nm (3,204 km)
Service Ceiling 35,000 ft (10,668 m) 31,000 ft (9,449 m)
Max Gross Weight 12,500 lbs (5,670 kg) —
Useful Load 4,045 lbs (1,835 kg) 1,400 lbs (635 kg)
Fuel Capacity 544.0 gal (2059 L) —
Fuel Burn 80.0 GPH (303 L/h) 60.0 GPH (227 L/h)
TBO 3,600 hrs —
Overhaul Cost $380,000 —
Annual Fixed $180,000 —
Hourly Variable $950 —
Engines 2 x Turboprop 1 x Turboprop

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Beechcraft King Air 200

Fuel$440/hr
Variable$950/hr
Annual Fixed$180,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $370,000/yr

Socata TBM 900

Fuel$330/hr

Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft King Air 200 or Socata TBM 900?

Bottom line: Choose the TBM for the most efficient single-engine high-performance machine, single-pilot ease and higher cruise. Step up to the King Air when you need twin-engine redundancy, larger cabin and the operational profile of a true cabin-class turboprop.

Pick the King Air 200 if…

  • Budget matters — from $253,500 vs $2,737,500, you save ~$2,484,000.
  • More seats — 9 vs 6.
  • More inventory — 38 listings vs 10.

Pick the TBM 900 if…

  • Faster cruise — 330 kts vs 272 kts.
  • Longer range — 1730 nm vs 1580 nm.

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 200 or Socata TBM 900?
It depends on your mission and budget. The King Air 200 cruises at 272 kts with 1,580 nm range. The TBM 900 cruises at 330 kts with 1,730 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft King Air 200: from $995,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft King Air 200 and Socata TBM 900?
Seats: 9 vs 6. Cruise: 272 vs 330 kts. Range: 1580 vs 1730 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?
King Air 200: 9 seats / 4,045 lb useful load. TBM 900: 6 seats / 1,400 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 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 re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data