Beechcraft Baron E55 Aircraft in Missouri

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About the Beechcraft Baron E55

The Beechcraft Baron E55 is a 55-series Baron — the four-to-five-seat entry into Baron ownership; the B55 is the popular value pick and the E55 the most powerful of the line. As part of the Beechcraft Baron family it shares the Baron airframe, handling and support network. Used prices vary widely with year, hours and avionics — see the live price range and current listings above, and compare it with the other Baron models on the family overview.

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Beechcraft Baron E55 Specifications

Model spec

The Beechcraft Baron E55 is a 6-seat multi engine piston with a cruise speed of 190 kt (352 km/h), a range of 1,080 nm (2,000 km), and a useful load of 1,620 lbs (735 kg).

Performance
Cruise190 kt (352 km/h)
Range1,080 nm (2,000 km)
Engine & Fuel
EngineContinental IO-520-CB
Horsepower260 HP
TBO1,500 hrs
ICAO TypeBE55
Weights & Seats
Seats6
Useful Load1,620 lbs (735 kg)
Production1969–1982

Beechcraft Baron E55 Listings

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Compare Beechcraft Baron E55

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Beechcraft Baron E55 Price & Cost

Beechcraft Baron E55 Price Guide

Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.

Buying a Used Beechcraft Baron E55

Every Beechcraft Baron E55 faces a mandatory 1,500-hour overhaul, so the single biggest factor in used price is how much time remains before that overhaul is due.

What to check before buying

  • Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 1,500-hour limit; this dominates resale value more than total time.
  • Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records; missing logs cut value and complicate financing.
  • Damage history — any prior accident, hard landing or blade strike; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
  • Avionics — a glass panel vs steam gauges materially changes price.
  • Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.

Frequently Asked Questions — Beechcraft Baron E55

What is the Beechcraft Baron E55?
The E55 is the late, more powerful member of the 55-series Baron — a four-to-five-seat piston twin with conventional doors and two Continental IO-520 engines, the most capable of the 55-series.
What is the difference between the Baron 55 and 58?
The 55 (including the E55) is the earlier, shorter aircraft with four to five seats; the 58 is stretched to six seats with double aft club doors and more useful load.
How much does a Beechcraft Baron E55 cost?
As a late, more powerful 55-series Baron, the E55 sits toward the upper end of the 55-series range, varying with engine times and avionics. See the live price range and median above.
What is the Baron E55 cruise speed?
The E55 cruises around 200 knots on two Continental IO-520 engines, among the faster 55-series Barons.
How many seats does the Baron E55 have?
Four to five, with conventional doors rather than the 58's double aft club doors.
What engines does the Baron E55 use?
Two Continental IO-520 engines. Engine times on both engines are a key value factor.
Is the Baron E55 still in production?
No — the 55-series ended production in 1982, though the six-seat Baron 58 continues today as the G58. The E55 is found on the used market.

Beechcraft Baron E55 Inventory by Country

United States45
Canada2
Australia2
United Kingdom2
Italy2
South Africa2

Beechcraft Baron E55 Inventory by State

Florida7
Texas4
California4
Arkansas3
North Carolina3
Illinois2
Missouri2
Georgia2
South Carolina2
Iowa2

Beechcraft Baron E55 by Price

Under $100k5
Under $200k36
Under $300k48
Under $500k56

Recently Sold Beechcraft Baron E55

1967 Baron C55$79,000
1979 Baron E55$129,000
1970 Baron B55$159,000
1974 Baron B55$169,000
1961 Baron 55$98,256
1977 Baron E55$289,000

Beechcraft Baron E55 Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Beechcraft Baron E55. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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