Beechcraft Baron 58 vs Beechcraft King Air 200
The Baron 58 (piston twin, ~200 kt) and King Air 200 (turboprop twin, ~290 kt) are very different aircraft — the Baron is the high-end piston twin; the King Air 200 is the workhorse turboprop twin with pressurised cabin.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Beechcraft Baron 58
- For sale now
- 121
- Median asking
- $449,000
- Range
- $189,635–$1,319,400
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 40
- Source marketplaces
- 11
- Model years available
- 1970–2024
Beechcraft King Air 200
- For sale now
- 95
- Median asking
- $1,495,000
- Range
- $253,500–$3,170,000
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 45
- Source marketplaces
- 15
- Model years available
- 1971–2013
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Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft Baron 58 | Beechcraft King Air 200 |
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| Price Range | $189,635 – $1,319,400 | $253,500 – $3,170,000 |
| Category | Multi Engine Piston | Multi Engine Turboprop |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 9 |
| Cruise Speed | 190 kts (352 km/h) | 272 kts (504 km/h) |
| Range | 1,225 nm (2,269 km) | 1,580 nm (2,926 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 20,688 ft (6,306 m) | 35,000 ft (10,668 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 5,500 lbs (2,495 kg) | 12,500 lbs (5,670 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,846 lbs (837 kg) | 4,045 lbs (1,835 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 166.0 gal (628 L) | 544.0 gal (2059 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 28.0 GPH (106 L/h) | 80.0 GPH (303 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,700 hrs | 3,600 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $40,000 | $380,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $28,000 | $180,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $310 | $950 |
| Engines | 2 x Piston | 2 x Turboprop |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBeechcraft Baron 58
Fuel$154/hr
Variable$310/hr
Annual Fixed$28,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$90,000/yr
Beechcraft King Air 200
Fuel$440/hr
Variable$950/hr
Annual Fixed$180,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$370,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft Baron 58 or Beechcraft King Air 200?
Bottom line: Choose the Baron 58 for piston-twin economics and a six-seat cross-country mission on Avgas. Step up to the King Air 200 when you need turbine reliability, pressurisation, higher cruise and the cabin to seat 8-9 — at multiples of Baron operating cost.
Pick the Baron 58 if…
- Budget matters — from $189,635 vs $253,500, you save ~$63,865.
- Lower operating cost — ~$310/hr vs $950/hr.
- More inventory — 122 listings vs 93.
Pick the King Air 200 if…
- More seats — 9 vs 6.
- Faster cruise — 272 kts vs 190 kts.
- Longer range — 1580 nm vs 1225 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1974 vs 1970.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Beechcraft Baron 58 or Beechcraft King Air 200?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Baron 58 cruises at 190 kts with 1,225 nm range.
The King Air 200 cruises at 272 kts with 1,580 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft Baron 58: from $575,000.
Beechcraft King Air 200: from $107,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft Baron 58 and Beechcraft King Air 200?
Seats: 6 vs 9.
Cruise: 190 vs 272 kts.
Range: 1225 vs 1580 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Baron 58: about $310/hr variable cost.
King Air 200: about $950/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Baron 58: 6 seats / 1,846 lb useful load.
King Air 200: 9 seats / 4,045 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
Baron 58: 1,700-hour TBO, overhaul ~$40,000.
King Air 200: 3,600-hour TBO, overhaul ~$380,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data