Cessna T310 Aircraft

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The Cessna T310 is the turbocharged variant of the Cessna 310, a six-seat twin-engine piston aircraft. Burning approximately 28 gallons per hour total, the T310 adds altitude performance for mountain and high-altitude operations while retaining the classic 310s speed and carrying capacity.

Cessna T310 aircraft for sale

1 used Cessna T310 aircraft for sale · 6-seat · Reference price ~$180,000 ($100,000–$320,000) · updated yesterday

Cessna T310 Specifications

Model spec

The Cessna T310 is a 6-seat multi engine piston with a cruise speed of 185–220 kt (343–407 km/h), a range of 800–1,000 nm (1,482–1,852 km), and a useful load of 1,700–1,900 lbs (771–862 kg).

Performance
Cruise185–220 kt (343–407 km/h)
Max Speed195–240 kt (361–444 km/h)
Range800–1,000 nm (1,482–1,852 km)
Service Ceiling20,000–30,000 ft (6,096–9,144 m)
Engine & Fuel
EngineCONTINENTAL TSIO-520-B;TSIO-520-BB
Horsepower240–285 HP
Fuel Capacity100.0–102.0 gal (378–386 L)
Fuel Burn22.0–32.0 GPH (83–121 L/h)
TBO1,400–1,700 hrs
ICAO TypeC310
Weights & Seats
Seats5–6
Max Gross Weight4,830–5,500 lbs (2,191–2,495 kg)
Useful Load1,700–1,900 lbs (771–862 kg)
Production1969–1980

Cessna T310 for Sale

Cessna T310 asking prices range from $249,000 to $249,000, with a median of $249,000 (market reference $180,000).

1978 Cessna T310

1978 Cessna T310 for sale
$249,000
For Sale
Total Time 5,160
Location AZ
Via Southwest Aero

Cessna T310 Variants

Variant Years Seats Cruise Range Useful load Price range Best for Listings for sale
310 1956–1982 5 190 kts (352 km/h) 800 nm (1,482 km) 1,700 lbs (771 kg) $84K – $229K Choose the normally aspirated 310 for the most affordable entry into a fast, classic light twin — a late 310R is the most refined and capable. Choose the T310 turbo for high-altitude and high-density-altitude performance, at higher maintenance cost. 12
310F 1961–1962 5 185 kts (343 km/h) 800 nm (1,482 km) 1,700 lbs (771 kg) — An early-1960s Cessna light twin — a fast four-to-six-seat aircraft with classic wing-tip tanks at the affordable end of the 310 range. 3
310J 1963–1965 6 190 kts (352 km/h) 800 nm (1,482 km) 1,700 lbs (771 kg) — A mid-1960s Cessna light twin — a fast four-to-six-seat aircraft with classic wing-tip tanks at the affordable end of the 310 range. 1
310L 1966–1967 6 193 kts (357 km/h) 800 nm (1,482 km) 1,700 lbs (771 kg) $132K – $189K A mid-1960s Cessna light twin — a fast four-to-six-seat aircraft with classic wing-tip tanks at the affordable end of the 310 range. 4
310Q 1970–1975 6 195 kts (361 km/h) 900 nm (1,667 km) 1,800 lbs (816 kg) $79K – $194K An early-1970s Cessna light twin — a fast four-to-six-seat aircraft with classic wing-tip tanks at a mid-range point in the 310 line. 5
T310R 1975–1981 6 220 kts (407 km/h) 1,000 nm (1,852 km) 1,900 lbs (862 kg) $175K – $250K The turbocharged, most-refined Cessna 310 — a fast six-seat light twin with high-altitude performance for capable cross-country travel. 6
310R 1975–1980 6 195 kts (361 km/h) 900 nm (1,667 km) 1,900 lbs (862 kg) $90K – $270K The final, most-refined Cessna 310 — a fast, six-seat light twin with the longest nose and most useful load of the line. 6

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Cessna T310 Price & Cost

How much does a Cessna T310 cost? Used T310 prices: from $249K; market reference $180K, across 1 priced of 1 active listings.

Cessna T310 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.

Cessna T310 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (28.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$17,360/yr
Annual Fixed (hangar, insurance, annual)$32,000/yr
Variable (per hour)$340/hr
Engine Overhaul (every 1,600 hrs)$38,000
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

Two turbocharged engines at about 285 hp each burn approximately 28-32 gph combined. The annual covers both turbocharged engines, turbocharger systems, and retractable gear. No pressure vessel means the T310's annual is simpler than the 340 at similar turbocharged performance. TSIO-520-class overhaul cost applies. As a vintage aircraft, reconditioning at acquisition may be needed; ongoing costs afterward are predictable.

Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Cessna T310

Buying a Cessna T310 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

The Cessna T310 is the turbocharged version of the Cessna 310 - a six-seat retractable twin with two turbocharged Continental TSIO-520 engines (about 285 hp each), cruising around 200 knots with about 1,000 nm range and a 30,000-foot ceiling, unpressurized. Turbocharging adds altitude and above-weather capability to the 310 airframe without the complexity of a pressure vessel.

T310 versus 310, 320, and T310R. The normally aspirated 310 is the base twin; the T310 adds turbocharging for altitude and cruise the 310 cannot reach. The turbocharged 320 Skyknight is a parallel development on the same airframe. The later T310R is the top of the line, cruising faster (around 220 knots) on a refined airframe - the most-developed turbo 310.

Turbocharged twin without pressurization. Like the T303, the T310 provides turbocharger altitude access without a pressure vessel - passengers ride in an unpressurized cabin at altitude. This is the T310's key limitation versus the 340, and the source of its lower maintenance cost. For pilot-centric operations where altitude access matters more than cabin comfort, the T310 achieves the mission.

Buy it if you want turbocharged 310-family performance around 200 knots and a 30,000-foot ceiling in a six-seat retractable twin, without the pressurized-cabin maintenance of the 340.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna T310

About the Cessna T310
The Cessna T310 is the turbocharged version of the 310 light twin, produced through various letter variants from the 1960s through 1980. It uses two turbocharged Continental TSIO-520 engines (285 hp each), delivering maintained cruise power at altitude — approximately 215–225 kt versus the normally-aspirated 310's ~190–205 kt. The T310 is the high-altitude IFR mission aircraft of the 310 family.
T310 vs standard 310 — when is the turbo worth it?
The T310's turbochargers maintain cruise power above 10,000 ft, delivering meaningfully more cruise speed at altitude than the normally-aspirated 310. It is worth it for consistent IFR in the high teens or operations in mountain environments where density altitude significantly affects naturally-aspirated performance. At lower altitudes, the turbochargers add maintenance complexity (wastegates, intercoolers, exhaust) without proportional speed benefit.
What are common T310 maintenance issues?
The TSIO-520 turbo system on both engines: turbocharger condition, wastegate controllers, intercoolers, and exhaust-system integrity (particularly important under turbo heat loads). Both engines must be maintained — twin-engine operations require two complete engine-management programs. A pre-buy must cover both engines thoroughly with a shop experienced in turbocharged twins.
T310 vs Cessna 340 — turbo twin vs pressurized twin
The 340 adds pressurization (a comfortable cabin altitude above the high teens) at higher acquisition and operating cost. The T310 is unpressurized — faster than a standard 310 at altitude, but passengers still require supplemental oxygen above 12,500 ft in extended cruise. For long-range IFR up high, the 340's pressurization makes the cabin experience meaningfully better. For shorter missions where cabin pressure is not required, the T310 is the more economical turbocharged twin.
Is the T310 well-supported?
Yes — Continental TSIO-520 overhaul is widely available, and the 310/T310 community has active parts and specialist networks. There has been no new production for decades. Pre-buy and annual inspections by a twin-Cessna specialist are essential.

Cessna T310 Inventory by Country

United States1

Cessna T310 by Price

Under $100k6
Under $200k33
Under $300k46
Under $500k46

Cessna T310 by Decade

1970s1

Cessna T310 Safety Record

Across all T310 variants, 56 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2023. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.

56

Total Events

27

Incidents

5

Serious

20

Fatal

Most Recent Events

Date Location Severity Probable Cause
Jul 18, 2023 Santa Fe, NM Fatal (1) A total loss of left engine power as a result of improper installation of the aft-facing crankshaft counterweight retain…
Jul 24, 2022 Oshkosh, WI Incident The pilot’s loss of control while landing.
Nov 22, 2021 Chadron, NE Fatal (3) The incapacitating effects of a myocardial infarction (heart attack), which resulted in the pilot's loss of airplane con…
Jan 15, 2020 Roy, UT Fatal (1) The pilot’s inadequate preflight fuel planning and fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of power to the left …
Mar 24, 2019 Philadelphia, PA Incident The pilot’s and flight instructor's failure to verify that the landing gear were extended, which resulted in a gear-up l…

NTSB records 1982–2023. Includes all Cessna T310 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.

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