Cessna 140 vs Beechcraft Musketeer
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Cessna 140
- For sale now
- 13
- Median asking
- $39,000
- Range
- $24,200–$57,500
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 2
- Source marketplaces
- 4
- Model years available
- 1946–1966
Beechcraft Musketeer
- For sale now
- 44
- Median asking
- $99,975
- Range
- $44,392–$152,165
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 8
- Source marketplaces
- 8
- Model years available
- 1963–1983
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
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) | Cessna 140 | Beechcraft Musketeer |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 460 | — |
| Serious | 32 | — |
| Fatal | 35 | — |
| Fatalities | 51 | — |
| % Fatal | 8% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna 140 | Beechcraft Musketeer |
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| Price Range | $24,200 – $57,500 | $44,392 – $152,165 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 2 | 3 |
| Horsepower | 85 HP | 165 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 90 kts (167 km/h) | 130 kts (241 km/h) |
| Range | 420 nm (778 km) | 640 nm (1,185 km) |
| Max Gross Weight | 1,450 lbs (658 kg) | — |
| Useful Load | 500 lbs (227 kg) | 900 lbs (408 kg) |
| Fuel Burn | 5.0 GPH (19 L/h) | — |
| TBO | 1,800 hrs | 2,000 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $18,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $10,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $80 | — |
| Engines | 1 x 4-Cycle | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna 140
Fuel$28/hr
Variable$80/hr
Annual Fixed$10,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$26,000/yr
Beechcraft Musketeer
Which Should You Buy: Cessna 140 or Beechcraft Musketeer?
Pick the 140 if…
- Budget matters — from $24,200 vs $44,392, you save ~$20,192.
Pick the Musketeer if…
- More seats — 3 vs 2.
- Faster cruise — 130 kts vs 90 kts.
- Longer range — 640 nm vs 420 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1962 vs 1946.
- More inventory — 45 listings vs 14.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Cessna 140 or Beechcraft Musketeer?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 140 cruises at 90 kts with 420 nm range.
The Musketeer cruises at 130 kts with 640 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 140: from $30,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 140 and Beechcraft Musketeer?
140 engine: Continental;Lycoming C-85-12;C-85-12F;C-90-12F;C-90-14F;O-235-C1 (85 hp).
Musketeer engine: Continental;Lycoming O-320;IO-346;O-360 (165 hp).
Seats: 2 vs 3.
Cruise: 90 vs 130 kts.
Range: 420 vs 640 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
140: about $80/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?
140: 2 seats / 500 lb useful load.
Musketeer: 3 seats / 900 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?
140: 1,800-hour TBO, overhaul ~$18,000.
Musketeer: 2,000-hour TBO.
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