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1973 BEECHCRAFT 55 BARON
Starts from the median asking price of 17 comparable Beechcraft 55 BARON listings ($175,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +4 vs comparable listings +6.0%
- Airframe time +1,443 hr vs comps -2.9%
- Engine time +707 hr vs comps -9.9%
- Modern GPS navigator (59% of comps) +5.7%
- Autopilot (71% of comps) +0.9%
- No ADS-B (53% of comps have one) -1.4%
- 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 55 BARON |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 6,000 hrs |
| Engine time | 1486 SNEW |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530, GNS 430 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 330 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | S-Tec |
| Inspection | Annual |
Engines & propellers
Engine
- Time since major overhaul
- 1486 hrs
Decoded from the seller's description — verify against logbooks.
Description
Detailed Description This 1973 Baron 55 is a great value! The airframe is solid and it comes with a complete set of original logs. The engines were factory new in 2008 and although almost at TBO, they are running strong. The plane is IFR equipped with Garmin avionics including a GNS530 and a GNS430. It also has an Stec 55x autopilot and a JPI engine monitor. The interior looks decent but the plane is in serious need of a paint job. If you are looking for a cheap multi engine time builder or a Beech quality twin that is ready for refurbishment, this is your chance to get a great deal. At this price, it won't be available for very long so be sure to contact us right away! Solid Airframe, Factory Engines, Copilot Toe Brakes, Garmin IFR, Stec Autopilot, Recent Annual, Can be Flown Anywhere! A visual inspection of the aircraft shows no obvious signs of damage or repairs. The logbooks are original, complete, well organized and legible. The aircraft record show some damage history due to a hard landing in the mid 80's. Hard Landing
Modifications
Continental IO-470-L21 s/n: 468689 SMOH: 1486 TSNEW: 1486.00 Continental IO-470-L21B s/n: 468688 SMOH: 1486 TSNEW: 1486.00
Avionics
Garmin 530 Garmin 430 Garmin GTX330 S-Tec 55X Garmin 340 Vortex Generators Fire Extinguisher Pilot push to Talk Co-Pilot Toe Brakes Heated Pitot Tow Bar
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 ›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 55 BARON lands versus other Beechcraft 55 BARON listings on fyiAero.
Price
12th pct$85k · 12th percentile of 17 listings
Airframe time
76th pct6,000 hours total (TTAF) · 76th percentile of 17 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
94th pct1,486 hours since new · 94th percentile of 17 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
94th pct1,486 hours since new · 94th 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.
Operating costs & specifications — Beechcraft 55 Baron
Typical model-level figures for the Beechcraft 55 Baron (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 745 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 191 kts · 220 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 1255.0 / 1250.0 |
About this plane
Twin engine piston aircraft with retractable landing gear. The 55 Baron seats up to 5 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
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