Beechcraft Baron 58TC vs Cessna 414

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Beechcraft Baron 58TC
For sale now
7
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
2
Source marketplaces
3
Model years available
1976–1982
Cessna 414
For sale now
41
Median asking
$450,000
Range
$227,883–$712,000
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
18
Source marketplaces
6
Model years available
1971–1983

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Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Beechcraft Baron 58TCCessna 414
All events149
Serious16
Fatal58
Fatalities148
% Fatal39%

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Beechcraft Baron 58TC Cessna 414
Beechcraft Baron 58TC
View 7 listings →
Median $206,000
Cessna 414
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Median $450,000
Price Range $142,425 – $221,675 $227,883 – $712,000
Category Multi Engine Piston Multi Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 6 8
Horsepower 300 HP
Cruise Speed 190 kts (352 km/h) 210 kts (389 km/h)
Range 1,225 nm (2,269 km) 1,315 nm (2,435 km)
Service Ceiling 30,200 ft (9,205 m)
Max Gross Weight 6,100 lbs (2,767 kg) 6,750 lbs (3,062 kg)
Useful Load 1,846 lbs (837 kg) 2,250 lbs (1,021 kg)
Fuel Capacity 206.0 gal (780 L)
Fuel Burn 30.0 GPH (114 L/h)
TBO 1,600 hrs 1,400 hrs
Overhaul Cost $45,000
Annual Fixed $30,000
Hourly Variable $350
Engines 2 x 2 x Piston (Turbocharged)

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Beechcraft Baron 58TC

Cessna 414

Fuel$165/hr
Variable$350/hr
Annual Fixed$30,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $100,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft Baron 58TC or Cessna 414?

Pick the Baron 58TC if…

  • Budget matters — from $142,425 vs $227,883, you save ~$85,458.
  • Newer design — production from 1976 vs 1970.

Pick the 414 if…

  • More seats — 8 vs 6.
  • Faster cruise — 210 kts vs 190 kts.
  • Longer range — 1315 nm vs 1225 nm.
  • More inventory — 41 listings vs 7.

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 58TC or Cessna 414?
It depends on your mission and budget. The Baron 58TC cruises at 190 kts with 1,225 nm range. The 414 cruises at 210 kts with 1,315 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 414: from $499,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft Baron 58TC and Cessna 414?
414 engine: Continental TSIO-520-N. Seats: 6 vs 8. Cruise: 190 vs 210 kts. Range: 1225 vs 1315 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
414: about $350/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 58TC: 6 seats / 1,846 lb useful load. 414: 8 seats / 2,250 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 58TC: 1,600-hour TBO. 414: 1,400-hour TBO, overhaul ~$45,000. 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