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1964 BEECHCRAFT B55 BARON
Starts from the median asking price of 20 comparable Beechcraft B55 BARON listings ($160,250), then adjusts for:
- Year -7 vs comparable listings -10.5%
- Airframe time +3,369 hr vs comps -6.7%
- Engine time +293 hr vs comps -4.1%
- Modern GPS navigator (55% of comps) +6.3%
- Market supply: 40 for sale of 775 FAA-registered +0.7%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Beechcraft B55 BARON |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 7,870 hrs |
| Engine time | 555 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 2 |
| Avionics / flight deck | GARMIN GNS530W |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530 |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | King KX 155 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GNS530W |
| Avionics / Autopilot | STEC 50 |
| Avionics / DME | KN64 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | PMA 8000 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
Description
This 1964 Beechcraft B55 Baron is a solid, well equipped twin with 7,870 hours total time. It features 555 hours since overhaul on one engine and 1,245 hours since overhaul on the other, offering a good balance of time remaining. The panel is nicely updated with a Garmin 530W WAAS GPS, dual Garmin G5 displays configured as PFD and HSI, and a Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B transponder, giving you modern capability in a classic airframe. Cosmetically, the aircraft presents well. The paint and interior are in good overall condition with plenty of life left, showing only typical wear consistent with its age. A straightforward, dependable Baron with the right avionics upgrades ready to go fly and enjoy.
Modifications
Co-Pilot USB Charging Plugs Hobbs Meter Dual Garmin G5's STEC 50 Auto Pilot Pilot Side Door Vent Window LED Landing Light Co-Pilot PTT Aux Fuel Tanks 136Gallons
Avionics
PMA 8000 Audio Panel Garmin GNS530W GPS/Comm/Nav 1 King KX155 Nav/Comm 2 King KN64 DME King KN67 ADF Garmin GTX345 ADSB Transponder Dual Garmin G5 PFD/HSI STEC 50 Auto Pilot
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 530 is a drop-in upgrade to the GTN 750Xi — bigger touchscreen, WAAS/LPV, and modern nav/comm/MFD.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Beechcraft B55 BARON lands versus other Beechcraft B55 BARON listings on fyiAero.
Price
30th pct$146k · 30th percentile of 33 listings
Airframe time
97th pct7,870 hours total (TTAF) · 97th percentile of 31 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
32nd pct555 hours since major overhaul · 32nd percentile of 31 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
74th pct1,245 hours since major overhaul · 74th percentile of 31 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 1964 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | B55 BARON |
| Serial Number | TC528 |
| Registration # | N1529S |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | 52F |
Airframe
| Total Time | 7,870 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 5,000 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 3,697 lb |
| Useful Load | 1,747 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 136 gal |
| Auxiliary Fuel Tank | Yes |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL IO470L |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | 465164 |
| Engine 1 Horsepower | 260 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 555 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1700 |
| Year Engine 1 Overhauled or Installed as New | 2020 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL IO470L |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | CS-91623-4-L |
| Engine 2 Horsepower | 260 HP |
| Engine 2 Time | 1,245 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 1700 |
| Year Engine 2 Overhauled or Installed as New | 1997 |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Model | 2AF34C55 |
| Prop 1 Time | 1435 SMOH |
| Prop 2 Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
| Prop 2 Model | 2AF34C55 |
| Prop 2 Time | 1628 SMOH |
| Number of Blades | 2 |
| Blade Composition | Aluminum |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GNS530W |
|---|---|
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX345 |
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | S-TEC SYSTEM 50 |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | PMA 8000 Audio Panel Garmin GNS530W GPS/Comm/Nav 1 King KX155 Nav/Comm 2 King KN64 DME King KN67 ADF Garmin GTX345 ADSB Transponder Dual Garmin G5 PFD/HSI STEC 50 Auto Pilot |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Co-Pilot USB Charging Plugs Hobbs Meter Dual Garmin G5's STEC 50 Auto Pilot Pilot Side Door Vent Window LED Landing Light Co-Pilot PTT Aux Fuel Tanks 136Gallons |
|---|
Interior
| Number of Seats | 6 |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Passenger |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2001 |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Beechcraft B55 Baron
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Performance & dimensions
| Range | 763 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 196 kts · 226 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 910.0 / 840.0 |
About this plane
Twin engine piston aircraft with retractable landing gear. The B55 Baron seats up to 5 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
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