Piper Tri-Pacer vs Beechcraft Musketeer
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Piper Tri-Pacer
- For sale now
- 11
- Median asking
- $47,450
- Range
- $19,875–$85,000
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 3
- Source marketplaces
- 5
- Model years available
- 1950–2019
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.
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Piper Tri-Pacer | Beechcraft Musketeer |
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| Price Range | $19,875 – $85,000 | $44,392 – $152,165 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | — | 3 |
| Horsepower | — | 165 HP |
| Cruise Speed | — | 130 kts (241 km/h) |
| Range | — | 640 nm (1,185 km) |
| Useful Load | — | 900 lbs (408 kg) |
| TBO | — | 2,000 hrs |
| Engines | — | 1 x Piston |
Which Should You Buy: Piper Tri-Pacer or Beechcraft Musketeer?
Pick the Tri-Pacer if…
- Budget matters — from $19,875 vs $44,392, you save ~$24,517.
Pick the Musketeer if…
- More inventory — 45 listings vs 11.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Piper Tri-Pacer or Beechcraft Musketeer?
It depends on your mission and budget.
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?
Piper Tri-Pacer: from $36,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Piper Tri-Pacer and Beechcraft Musketeer?
Musketeer engine: Continental;Lycoming O-320;IO-346;O-360 (165 hp).
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?
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?
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