Cessna T206 vs Cirrus SR22

Live Market Snapshot

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

Cessna T206
For sale now
6
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
3
Source marketplaces
5
Model years available
2001–2013
Cirrus SR22
For sale now
255
Median asking
$369,473
Range
$233,400–$867,970
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
149
Source marketplaces
16
Model years available
2001–2025

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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)Cessna T206Cirrus SR22
All events63124
Serious48
Fatal2038
Fatalities3474
% Fatal32%31%
View full Cessna T206 NTSB record →View full Cirrus SR22 NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Cessna T206 Cirrus SR22
Cessna T206
View 6 listings →
Median $552,018
 Cirrus SR22
View 251 listings →
Median $369,473
Price Range $525,605 – $647,237 $233,400 – $867,970
Category Single Engine Piston Single Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 6 5
Horsepower 310 HP 310 HP
Cruise Speed 148 kts (274 km/h) 183 kts (339 km/h)
Range 800 nm (1,482 km) 1,049 nm (1,943 km)
Service Ceiling — 17,500 ft (5,334 m)
Max Gross Weight 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg) 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg)
Useful Load 1,340 lbs (608 kg) 1,183 lbs (537 kg)
Fuel Capacity — 92.0 gal (348 L)
Fuel Burn 16.0 GPH (61 L/h) 13.5 GPH (51 L/h)
TBO 1,800 hrs 2,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $35,000 $36,000
Annual Fixed $22,000 $25,000
Hourly Variable $185 $180
Engines 1 x Reciprocating 1 x Piston

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Cessna T206

Fuel$88/hr
Variable$185/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $59,000/yr

Cirrus SR22

Fuel$74/hr
Variable$180/hr
Annual Fixed$25,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $61,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Cessna T206 or Cirrus SR22?

Pick the T206 if…

  • More seats — 6 vs 5.

Pick the SR22 if…

  • Budget matters — from $233,400 vs $525,605, you save ~$292,205.
  • Lower operating cost — ~$180/hr vs $185/hr.
  • Faster cruise — 183 kts vs 148 kts.
  • Longer range — 1049 nm vs 800 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 2001 vs 1998.
  • More inventory — 251 listings vs 6.

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 T206 or Cirrus SR22?
It depends on your mission and budget. The T206 cruises at 148 kts with 800 nm range. The SR22 cruises at 183 kts with 1,049 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna T206: from $654,258. Cirrus SR22: from $649,900. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna T206 and Cirrus SR22?
T206 engine: Lycoming TIO-540-AJ1A (310 hp). SR22 engine: Continental IO-550-N (310 hp). Seats: 6 vs 5. Cruise: 148 vs 183 kts. Range: 800 vs 1049 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
T206: about $185/hr variable cost. SR22: about $180/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?
T206: 6 seats / 1,340 lb useful load. SR22: 5 seats / 1,183 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?
T206: 1,800-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000. SR22: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$36,000. 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.
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