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1968 BEECHCRAFT 55 BARON
Starts from the median asking price of 16 comparable BEECHCRAFT 55 BARON listings ($160,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -1 vs comparable listings -1.5%
- Airframe time +1,368 hr vs comps -2.7%
- Engine time +188 hr vs comps -0.6%
- Garmin GTN 750Xi (uncommon in comps) +3.5%
- Market supply: 33 for sale of 775 FAA-registered +0.8%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | BEECHCRAFT 55 BARON |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 6,608 hrs |
| Engine time | 1183 SMOH |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750Xi, GTN 750 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 345 |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
Detailed Description Turn-Key Baron Excellence! This impeccably maintained 1968 B55 boasts a brand new 2024 Garmin avionics suite (GTN 750/GTX 345) and a stunning 2024 interior. With strong engines, fresh props, and no damage history, it's the perfect blend of classic style and modern capability. -FRESH 2024 Garmin Avionics: GTN 750 WAAS / GTX 345 ADS-B / G5 Flight Displays -BRAND NEW 2024 Interior -Low-Time Engines w/ Solid Compressions -Fresh Hartzell Props (165 hrs SNEW) -No Damage History ' Recent Annual & IFR Cert -Aircraft located at KPRX, Paris Texas Brokered by Brayson Robbins with Zane Co. Aero T67, Hicks Airfield https://www.zanecoaero.com/aircraft -Fresh Propellers: Both Hartzell 3-blade, aluminum props are effectively new with only 165 hours since new (SNEW) installation. -Recent Inspections: Annual (July 2025) and IFR Certification (July 2025) provide immediate airworthiness with over a year of operational clarity. -High Useful Load: At 1,670 lbs, this Baron retains an excellent payload capability for real-world trips with full fuel, passengers, and bags. Aircraft specifications are subject to change at any time. This specification sheet is intended as preliminary information and is subject to verification by the purchaser This 1968 Beechcraft Baron B55 presents an outstanding and honest airframe that is a testament to consistent, professional care throughout its life. Its exceptional condition is directly attributable to its complete and well-documented logbook history. -Total Time: 6,608.3 hours on a robust, well-maintained airframe. -Damage History: None. No known or documented incidents. -Records: Complete and verifiable logbooks from new. -Paint: Original factory finish, showcasing classic quality. -Inspections: Annual (7/2025) valid until 7/2026. IFR cert valid until 7/2027. -Utility: High 1,670 lbs useful load for passengers, baggage, and full fuel.
Modifications
Left Engine (Serial Number 454702) -Model: Continental IO-470-L (260 HP) -Total Time Since Major Overhaul (SMOH): 1,168.3 hours. -Overall Status: This is a strong, mid-time engine with a solid performance history and significant remaining life. Right Engine (Serial Number 454720) -Model: Continental IO-470-L (260 HP) -Total Time Since Major Overhaul (SMOH): 1,237.3 hours.
Avionics
This Baron features a brand new, Garmin glass cockpit installed in September 2024. This complete modernization creates a fully integrated, WAAS-capable IFR platform with advanced safety features, making it a ready-for-anything cross-country machine. Key Avionics Highlights: -GTN 750 Xi: Primary WAAS GPS/Nav/Com. Enables precision LPV approaches. -GTX 345 Transponder: ADS-B In & Out. Provides cockpit traffic and weather. -Dual G5 Displays: Electronic PFD and HSI. Replaces old gyros for reliability. -IFR Certification: Certified until July 2027. -Bluetooth Connectivity: Streams data to your tablet. -Full Integration: All systems are wired together for seamless operation.
How this aircraft compares
Where this BEECHCRAFT 55 BARON lands versus other BEECHCRAFT 55 BARON listings on fyiAero.
Price
56th pct$160k · 56th percentile of 16 listings
Airframe time
82nd pct6,608 hours total (TTAF) · 82nd percentile of 17 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
65th pct1,183 hours since major overhaul · 65th percentile of 17 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
75th pct1,311 hours since major overhaul · 75th percentile of 16 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
