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1968 BEECHCRAFT B55 BARON
Starts from the median asking price of 30 comparable Beechcraft B55 BARON listings ($175,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -5 vs comparable listings -8.2%
- Airframe time -205 hr vs comps +0.4%
- Engine time +1,537 hr vs comps -20.0%
- Modern GPS navigator (57% of comps) +6.0%
- No ADS-B (90% of comps have one) -2.3%
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 | 3,698 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,010 STOH |
| Prop blades | 6 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 430 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 330, Collins TDR-90 |
| Avionics / ADF | KR87 |
| Avionics / DME | KN62 |
Description
Private aircraft Requires: - Right engine repair, overhaul or replacement due to metal contamination - Annual inspection Work estimate from local maintenance shop around 39,000 Euro plus VAT Additionally required: - Elevators replacement or reskinning
Modifications
2 new Garmin G5 Indicators, not installed Radar Radome Dual control yoke 3 Bladed propeller 1 Piece windshield F&M 1.1. Oil filter adapters Cabin fire extinguisher Aircraft Cover, for windows area Tow Bar
Avionics
Garmin GNS430 WAAS NAV/COM/GPS King KX165 NAV-COM, NAV VOR LOC and Glide Slope Indicator King Flight Director King KCS55 HSI KI525A Indicator Garmin 340 Audio Panel / Marker Beacon Garmin GTX330 Mode S Transponder King KN62 DME King KR87 ADF King TDR90 Transponder C Copilot Altimeter Copilot Attitude Indicator Copilot Push To Talk Panel Switch King KC295 Autopilot with Yaw Damper and Altitude Hold Kannad 406AF Compact ELT with Panel Switch Sperry RT3002 Color Weather Radar with AP-3001 Antenna (Currently Inoperative) Narco AR850 Encoder Sandia SAE5-35 Encoder Carbon Monoxide Detector Failed Engine Annunciator Hourmeter 2 new Garmin G5 Indicators, not installed
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 430 upgrades naturally to the GTN 650Xi — same footprint, touchscreen GPS/nav/comm with LPV approaches.
See prices & suppliers ›No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
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
3rd pct$43k · 3rd percentile of 33 listings
Airframe time
45th pct3,698 hours total (TTAF) · 45th percentile of 31 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
65th pct1,010 hours since top overhaul · 65th percentile of 31 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
97th pct3,678 engine hours · 97th 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 | 1968 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | B55 BARON |
| Serial Number | TC-1218 |
| Registration # | I-ALAK |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 3,698 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 5,099.29 lb |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL IO470L15BN |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 1,010 STOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1500 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | CS-91692-4L |
| Engine 2 Time | 3,678 |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Model | PHC-C3YF-2UF |
| Number of Blades | 6 |
| Blade Composition | Aluminum |
Avionics
| WAAS | Yes |
|---|---|
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin GNS430 WAAS NAV/COM/GPS King KX165 NAV-COM, NAV VOR LOC and Glide Slope Indicator King Flight Director King KCS55 HSI KI525A Indicator Garmin 340 Audio Panel / Marker Beacon Garmin GTX330 Mode S Transponder King KN62 DME King KR87 ADF King TDR90 Transponder C Copilot Altimeter Copilot Attitude Indicator Copilot Push To Talk Panel Switch King KC295 Autopilot with Yaw Damper and Altitude Hold Kannad 406AF Compact ELT with Panel Switch Sperry RT3002 Color Weather Radar with AP-3001 Antenna (Currently Inoperative) Narco AR850 Encoder Sandia SAE5-35 Encoder Carbon Monoxide Detector Failed Engine Annunciator Hourmeter 2 new Garmin G5 Indicators, not installed |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | 2 new Garmin G5 Indicators, not installed Radar Radome Dual control yoke 3 Bladed propeller 1 Piece windshield F&M 1.1. Oil filter adapters Cabin fire extinguisher Aircraft Cover, for windows area Tow Bar |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Beechcraft B55 Baron
Typical model-level figures for the Beechcraft B55 Baron (not this specific airframe).
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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