Vans RV-6 vs Velocity VELOCITY
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Vans RV-6
- For sale now
- 9
- Median asking
- $110,000
- Range
- $83,800–$132,600
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 2
- Source marketplaces
- 3
- Model years available
- 1992–2016
Velocity VELOCITY
No active listings right now.
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) | Vans RV-6 | Velocity VELOCITY |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 3 | 3 |
| Serious | 0 | 2 |
| Fatal | 1 | 0 |
| Fatalities | 2 | 0 |
| % Fatal | 33% | 0% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Vans RV-6 | Velocity Velocity |
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| Price Range | $83,800 – $132,600 | $79,500 |
| Category | Experimental | Experimental |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Horsepower | 180 HP | 200 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 166 kts (307 km/h) | 175 kts (324 km/h) |
| Range | 630 nm (1,167 km) | 800 nm (1,482 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 22,000 ft (6,706 m) | 18,000 ft (5,486 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 1,600 lbs (726 kg) | — |
| Useful Load | 620 lbs (281 kg) | 900 lbs (408 kg) |
| Fuel Burn | 8.0 GPH (30 L/h) | 10.0 GPH (38 L/h) |
| TBO | 2,000 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $22,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $10,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $90 | — |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateVans RV-6
Fuel$44/hr
Variable$90/hr
Annual Fixed$10,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$28,000/yr
Velocity Velocity
Fuel$55/hr
Which Should You Buy: Vans RV-6 or Velocity VELOCITY?
Pick the RV-6 if…
- More inventory — 12 listings vs 1.
Pick the VELOCITY if…
- Budget matters — from $79,500 vs $83,800, you save ~$4,300.
- More seats — 4 vs 2.
- Faster cruise — 175 kts vs 166 kts.
- Longer range — 800 nm vs 630 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, Vans RV-6 or Velocity Velocity?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The RV-6 cruises at 166 kts with 630 nm range.
The Velocity cruises at 175 kts with 800 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Vans RV-6: from $129,000.
Velocity Velocity: from $79,500.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Vans RV-6 and Velocity VELOCITY?
Seats: 2 vs 4.
Cruise: 166 vs 175 kts.
Range: 630 vs 800 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
RV-6: about $90/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?
RV-6: 2 seats / 620 lb useful load.
VELOCITY: 4 seats / 900 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?
RV-6: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$22,000.
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