Beechcraft Debonair 33 vs Piper Arrow
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Beechcraft Debonair 33
- For sale now
- 22
- Median asking
- $159,000
- Range
- $75,000–$198,000
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 5
- Source marketplaces
- 8
- Model years available
- 1948–1966
Piper Arrow
- For sale now
- 196
- Median asking
- $134,945
- Range
- $79,053–$243,250
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 71
- Source marketplaces
- 15
- Model years available
- 1967–2015
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft Debonair 33 | Piper Arrow |
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| Price Range | $75,000 – $198,000 | $79,053 – $243,250 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 4 |
| Horsepower | 285 HP | 200 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 135 kts (250 km/h) |
| Range | 920 nm (1,704 km) | 720 nm (1,333 km) |
| Service Ceiling | — | 15,400 ft (4,694 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 2,900 lbs (1,315 kg) | 2,750 lbs (1,247 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,134 lbs (514 kg) | 940 lbs (426 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 72.0 gal (273 L) |
| Fuel Burn | — | 10.5 GPH (40 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,700 hrs | 2,000 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | — | $30,000 |
| Annual Fixed | — | $18,000 |
| Hourly Variable | — | $145 |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBeechcraft Debonair 33
Piper Arrow
Fuel$58/hr
Variable$145/hr
Annual Fixed$18,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$47,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft Debonair 33 or Piper Arrow?
Pick the Debonair 33 if…
- Budget matters — from $75,000 vs $79,053, you save ~$4,053.
- More seats — 6 vs 4.
- Faster cruise — 168 kts vs 135 kts.
- Longer range — 920 nm vs 720 nm.
Pick the Arrow if…
- Newer design — production from 1967 vs 1959.
- More inventory — 194 listings vs 22.
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 Debonair 33 or Piper Arrow?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Debonair 33 cruises at 168 kts with 920 nm range.
The Arrow cruises at 135 kts with 720 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft Debonair 33: from $91,900.
Piper Arrow: from $109,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft Debonair 33 and Piper Arrow?
Debonair 33 engine: Continental IO-470-J (285 hp).
Seats: 6 vs 4.
Cruise: 168 vs 135 kts.
Range: 920 vs 720 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Arrow: about $145/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?
Debonair 33: 6 seats / 1,134 lb useful load.
Arrow: 4 seats / 940 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?
Debonair 33: 1,700-hour TBO.
Arrow: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$30,000.
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