Beechcraft Model 18 Aircraft 1960s
3 used Beechcraft Model 18 aircraft for sale 1960s · 9-seat · $147K – $494K · updated 8 hours ago
About the Beechcraft Model 18
The Beechcraft Model 18 — universally known as the Twin Beech — is a twin radial-engined aircraft built from 1937 to 1970, one of the longest production runs in aviation. Powered by two Pratt & Whitney R-985 radials, the Twin Beech 18 served as a light transport, trainer, freighter and executive aircraft, and many remain flying as vintage and warbird aircraft today. Listed as the Twin Beech, the Beech Model 18 or the Twin Beech model 18, it is a durable, characterful classic prized by collectors.
Beechcraft Model 18 Specifications
Model specThe Beechcraft Model 18 is a 9-seat warbirds 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).
3 Beechcraft Model 18 For Sale
There are currently 3 used Beechcraft Model 18 for sale, ranging from $147,500 to $494,870, with a median asking price of $249,000.
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How much does a Beechcraft Model 18 cost? Used Model 18 prices: $147K – $494K, average $297K (median $249K), across 3 priced of 3 active listings.
Based on 8 priced 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
Every Beechcraft Model 18 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.
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Beechcraft Model 18 Inventory by Country
| United States | 2 |
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