Beechcraft Model 18 Aircraft 1950s
Pre-1980 piston twins are largely 1960s-70s vintage workhorses — Cessna 310, original Baron 55/58, Piper Apache/Aztec/Twin Comanche. Engines are typically on second or third overhaul; avionics typically replaced; pressurised variants (rare in this era) need pressure-vessel inspection. These are demanding aircraft to own well; budget for both engines on potentially divergent overhaul cycles, mandate-upgrade investment if not already complete, and corrosion-prone-area inspection.
The Beechcraft Model 18 ("Twin Beech") is a classic radial-engine twin produced 1937 to 1970 — one of the longest-produced aircraft of its era, with over 9,000 built. Twin Pratt & Whitney R-985 radial engines, six to eleven seats, ~180 knot cruise. Used historically for transport, cargo, military (C-45 Expeditor) and famously for skydiving (the large door is iconic), the Model 18 is a sought-after vintage twin and one of the most characterful aircraft you can fly.
6 used Beechcraft Model 18 aircraft for sale 1950s · 9-seat · Used median asking $254,000 · Project from $349,900 · updated 17 hours ago
Beechcraft Model 18 Specifications
Model specThe Beechcraft Model 18 is a 9-seat multi engine piston with a cruise speed of 180 kt (333 km/h), a range of 800 nm (1,482 km), and a useful load of 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg).
Beechcraft Model 18 for Sale
Beechcraft Model 18 asking prices range from $75,000 to $484,755, with a median of $254,000 (market reference $225,000).
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Beechcraft Model 18 Price & Cost
How much does a Beechcraft Model 18 cost? Used Model 18 prices: $75K – $484K, average $254K (median $254K); market reference $225K, across 10 priced of 6 active listings.
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 Model 18
Buying a Beechcraft Model 18 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
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Beechcraft Model 18 Inventory by Country
| United States | 10 |
| Germany | 1 |
Beechcraft Model 18 by Price
| Under $200k | 1 |
| Under $300k | 1 |
| Under $500k | 2 |
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Beechcraft Model 18 Safety Record
No NTSB events on record for the Beechcraft Model 18. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database