Cessna T310Q vs Piper Navajo
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Cessna T310Q
No active listings right now.
Piper Navajo
- For sale now
- 40
- Median asking
- $262,250
- Range
- $123,300–$552,867
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 10
- Source marketplaces
- 12
- Model years available
- 1967–1984
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 T310Q | Piper Navajo |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 7 | 1 |
| Serious | 1 | 0 |
| Fatal | 2 | 0 |
| Fatalities | 5 | 0 |
| % Fatal | 29% | 0% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna T310Q | Piper Navajo |
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| Price Range | $169,000 – $239,000 | $123,300 – $552,867 |
| Category | Multi Engine Piston | Multi Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | — | 8 |
| Cruise Speed | — | 206 kts (382 km/h) |
| Range | — | 1,065 nm (1,972 km) |
| Service Ceiling | — | 24,000 ft (7,315 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | — | 6,500 lbs (2,948 kg) |
| Useful Load | — | 2,800 lbs (1,270 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 182.0 gal (689 L) |
| Fuel Burn | — | 32.0 GPH (121 L/h) |
| TBO | — | 1,800 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | — | $42,000 |
| Annual Fixed | — | $30,000 |
| Hourly Variable | — | $350 |
| Engines | — | 2 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna T310Q
Piper Navajo
Fuel$176/hr
Variable$350/hr
Annual Fixed$30,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$100,000/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Cessna T310Q or Piper Navajo?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Navajo cruises at 206 kts with 1,065 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna T310Q: from $169,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna T310Q and Piper Navajo?
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Navajo: 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?
Navajo: 8 seats / 2,800 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?
Navajo: 1,800-hour TBO, overhaul ~$42,000.
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