Beechcraft Staggerwing Aircraft (Model 17)

4 used Beechcraft Staggerwing aircraft for sale · 1-seat · $289K – $775K · updated 1 hour ago

About the Beechcraft Staggerwing

The Beechcraft Staggerwing — the Model 17, built from 1932 and best known in its D17 and D17S forms — is one of the most celebrated classic biplanes ever made. Its unusual negative-stagger wings (the lower wing set ahead of the upper) gave the aircraft its name and excellent pilot visibility. A fast, luxurious cabin biplane for its era, the Beech Staggerwing is now a prized vintage aircraft, with surviving Beech 17 and D17S examples among the most sought-after collector Beechcraft.

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Beechcraft Staggerwing Specifications

Model spec

The Beechcraft Staggerwing is a 1-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 180 kt (333 km/h), a range of 750 nm (1,389 km), and a useful load of 1,100 lbs (499 kg).

Performance
Cruise180 kt (333 km/h)
Range750 nm (1,389 km)
Engine & Fuel
EnginePratt & Whitney R-985
Horsepower450 HP
TBO1,500 hrs
ICAO TypeBE17
Weights & Seats
Seats1
Useful Load1,100 lbs (499 kg)
Production1937–1948

4 Beechcraft Staggerwing For Sale

There are currently 4 used Beechcraft Staggerwing for sale, ranging from $289,000 to $775,000, with a median asking price of $575,000.

1943 Beechcraft Staggerwing

1943 Beechcraft Staggerwing for sale Overpriced
$289,000
For Sale
Total Time 4,366
Reg# N67736 US
Location Redondo Beach, CA
Via Platinum Fighter Sales
5 sources
Listed 2mo ago

Beechcraft Staggerwing

Beechcraft Staggerwing for sale
$575,000
For Sale
Reg# N16GD US
Location Rio Oso, CA
Via Eric Nelson
Listed 2mo ago

1949 Beechcraft Staggerwing

1949 Beechcraft Staggerwing for sale
$775,000
For Sale
Reg# N80321 US
Location Beaumont, KS
Via Platinum Fighter Sales
2 sources
Listed 1mo ago

1946 Beechcraft Staggerwing

1946 Beechcraft Staggerwing for sale
Contact for Price
For Sale
Reg# N61278 US
Location Lffq
Via Baptiste Salis
2 sources
Listed 2mo ago

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Beechcraft Staggerwing Price & Cost

How much does a Beechcraft Staggerwing cost? Used Staggerwing prices: $289K – $775K, average $546K (median $575K), across 3 priced of 4 active listings.

Beechcraft Staggerwing Price Guide
Market Deal RatingAeroGurus rating
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Based on 1 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 guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Beechcraft Staggerwing

Every Beechcraft Staggerwing 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 Staggerwing

What is the Beechcraft Staggerwing?
The Staggerwing is the Beechcraft Model 17, a 1930s cabin biplane and the company's first product. It was a fast, luxurious aircraft for its time, and is now a celebrated vintage collector aircraft.
Why is it called the Staggerwing?
The name comes from its negative wing stagger — the lower wing is positioned ahead of the upper wing, the reverse of most biplanes. This arrangement improved the pilot's visibility and the aircraft's handling.
What is the difference between the D17 and D17S?
D17 is a major production series of the Model 17 Staggerwing; the D17S is the version powered by the Pratt & Whitney R-985 radial engine. Both are negative-stagger cabin biplanes.
How much does a Beechcraft Staggerwing cost?
As a rare, restored vintage biplane, Staggerwing prices depend heavily on condition, originality and provenance. See the live price range and median above.
How many seats does the Staggerwing have?
The Model 17 Staggerwing is a cabin biplane typically seating four to five, unusually comfortable and enclosed for a 1930s biplane.
Is the Beechcraft Staggerwing still flying?
Yes — a number of restored Staggerwings remain airworthy and are flown and displayed by collectors and museums as one of the iconic aircraft of the golden age of aviation.
What engine does the Staggerwing use?
Most Staggerwings, including the D17S, use a Pratt & Whitney R-985 Wasp Junior radial engine; some earlier variants used other radials of the period.

Beechcraft Staggerwing Inventory by Country

United States4

Beechcraft Staggerwing Inventory by State

California2

Beechcraft Staggerwing by Price

Under $300k1
Under $500k1

Beechcraft Staggerwing Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Beechcraft Staggerwing. 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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