Socata TBM 900 vs Beechcraft King Air 200

The Beechcraft King Air (90 or 200) and Daher TBM are different-class turboprops — the King Air is a pressurised twin-turboprop (~250-290 kt); the TBM is a single-engine turboprop (~320-330 kt with TBM 930/940) on one PT6.

Live Market Snapshot

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

Socata TBM 900
For sale now
11
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
4
Source marketplaces
5
Model years available
2014–2023
Beechcraft King Air 200
For sale now
95
Median asking
$1,495,000
Range
$253,500–$3,170,000
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
45
Source marketplaces
15
Model years available
1971–2013

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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Socata TBM 900 Beechcraft King Air 200
Socata TBM 900
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Median $2,970,000
 Beechcraft King Air 200
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Median $1,495,000
Price Range $2,737,500 – $3,041,000 $253,500 – $3,170,000
Category Single Engine Turboprop Multi Engine Turboprop
Model Specifications
Seats 6 9
Cruise Speed — 272 kts (504 km/h)
Range — 1,580 nm (2,926 km)
Service Ceiling — 35,000 ft (10,668 m)
Max Gross Weight — 12,500 lbs (5,670 kg)
Useful Load — 4,045 lbs (1,835 kg)
Fuel Capacity — 544.0 gal (2059 L)
Fuel Burn — 80.0 GPH (303 L/h)
TBO — 3,600 hrs
Overhaul Cost — $380,000
Annual Fixed — $180,000
Hourly Variable — $950
Engines — 2 x Turboprop

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Socata TBM 900

Beechcraft King Air 200

Fuel$440/hr
Variable$950/hr
Annual Fixed$180,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $370,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Socata TBM 900 or Beechcraft King Air 200?

Bottom line: Choose the TBM for the most efficient single-engine high-performance machine, single-pilot ease and higher cruise. Step up to the King Air when you need twin-engine redundancy, larger cabin and the operational profile of a true cabin-class turboprop.

Pick the TBM 900 if…

Pick the King Air 200 if…

  • Budget matters — from $253,500 vs $2,737,500, you save ~$2,484,000.
  • More seats — 9 vs 6.
  • More inventory — 93 listings vs 10.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Socata TBM 900 or Beechcraft King Air 200?
It depends on your mission and budget. The King Air 200 cruises at 272 kts with 1,580 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft King Air 200: from $107,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Socata TBM 900 and Beechcraft King Air 200?
Seats: 6 vs 9.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
King Air 200: about $950/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?
TBM 900: 6 seats. King Air 200: 9 seats / 4,045 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?
King Air 200: 3,600-hour TBO, overhaul ~$380,000. 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