Beechcraft King Air B100 vs Cessna Conquest I
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Beechcraft King Air B100
- For sale now
- 5
- Source marketplaces
- 2
- Model years available
- 1976–1981
Cessna Conquest I
- For sale now
- 13
- Median asking
- $1,162,500
- Range
- $867,150–$2,135,000
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 7
- Source marketplaces
- 4
- Model years available
- 1978–1985
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Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Beechcraft King Air B100 | Cessna Conquest I |
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| Price Range | $697,450 – $989,500 | $867,150 – $2,135,000 |
| Category | Multi Engine Turboprop | Multi Engine Turboprop |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 8 |
| Cruise Speed | 252 kts (467 km/h) | 283 kts (524 km/h) |
| Range | 1,340 nm (2,482 km) | 1,500 nm (2,778 km) |
| Max Gross Weight | 11,800 lbs (5,352 kg) | 8,600 lbs (3,901 kg) |
| Useful Load | 3,300 lbs (1,497 kg) | — |
| Engines | 2 x Turboprop | 2 x |
Which Should You Buy: Beechcraft King Air B100 or Cessna Conquest I?
Pick the King Air B100 if…
- Budget matters — from $697,450 vs $867,150, you save ~$169,700.
- Newer design — production from 1979 vs 1976.
Pick the Conquest I if…
- More seats — 8 vs 6.
- Faster cruise — 283 kts vs 252 kts.
- Longer range — 1500 nm vs 1340 nm.
- More inventory — 13 listings vs 5.
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 King Air B100 or Cessna Conquest I?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The King Air B100 cruises at 252 kts with 1,340 nm range.
The Conquest I cruises at 283 kts with 1,500 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft King Air B100: from $1,000,000.
Cessna Conquest I: from $2,450,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Beechcraft King Air B100 and Cessna Conquest I?
King Air B100 engine: Honeywell TPE331-6-252B.
Seats: 6 vs 8.
Cruise: 252 vs 283 kts.
Range: 1340 vs 1500 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
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?
King Air B100: 6 seats / 3,300 lb useful load.
Conquest I: 8 seats.
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?
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