2022 BEECHCRAFT KING AIR 260
Starts from the median asking price of 81 comparable Turboprop listings ($2,895,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +5 vs comparable listings +7.5%
- Airframe time +497 hr vs comps -1.0%
- Engine time +771 hr vs comps (twin turbine) -9.3%
- No Autopilot (54% of comps have one) -1.0%
- ADS-B (58% of comps) +1.1%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Beechcraft King Air 260 |
|---|---|
| Type | Turboprop |
| Airframe time | 1,732 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,732 SNEW |
| Prop blades | 4 |
| Avionics / Transponder | King TDR-94D |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | Skywatch, TCAS I |
| Annual | May 2024 |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
Year or Manufacture: 2022 Time/Cycles Since New : 1,732 hrs / 1,874 cycles Impeccable Maintenance History Fresh Hot Section Inspections Highly Optioned Pro Line Fusion Avionics FAA & EASA Compliant
Modifications
Wilderness Tyres Drain Valves for Engine Washes P&WC Gold Lite Engine Program Textron Pro Parts Program Textron CAMP Tracking
Avionics
Pro Line Fusion Avionics Pro Line Fusion Radios with dual COM, NAV and Audio Control Panels DME Dual Collins TDR-94D Transponders (ADS-B Out) with DO-260B Standard Collins TWR-850 Weather Radar ADS-B Out Transponder L3 Communications FA2100 CVR L3 Communications Skywatch TCAS I L3 Communications GH-3900 ESIS Artex C406N ELT Integrated Electronic Charts (Jeppesen & Rockwell Subscription Required) RVSM Capable Auto-Pressurisation Auto-Throttle ACSS TWAS+ Pro Line Fusion Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT)
Recommended avionics upgrades
No autopilot is listed — a GFC 600 or S-TEC 3100 digital autopilot is a major capability and value add, subject to STC approval for this model.
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General
| Year | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | KING AIR 260 |
| Serial Number | BY-427 |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | G-REXB |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 1,732 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-52 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 1,732 SNEW |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3600 |
| Engine 1 Cycles | 1,874 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-52 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 1,732 SNEW |
| Engine 2 TBO | 3600 |
| Engine 2 Cycles | 1,874 |
Props
| Number of Blades | 4 |
|---|
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Pro Line Fusion Avionics Pro Line Fusion Radios with dual COM, NAV and Audio Control Panels DME Dual Collins TDR-94D Transponders (ADS-B Out) with DO-260B Standard Collins TWR-850 Weather Radar ADS-B Out Transponder L3 Communications FA2100 CVR L3 Communications Skywatch TCAS I L3 Communications GH-3900 ESIS Artex C406N ELT Integrated Electronic Charts (Jeppesen & Rockwell Subscription Required) RVSM Capable Auto-Pressurisation Auto-Throttle ACSS TWAS+ Pro Line Fusion Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT) |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Wilderness Tyres Drain Valves for Engine Washes P&WC Gold Lite Engine Program Textron Pro Parts Program Textron CAMP Tracking |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Passenger |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2022 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Check Last Completed Next Due Detailed 1 3rd May 2024 (1,005.40 Hrs) 4th April 2028 (1,805.40 Hrs) Detailed 2 25th September 2024 (1,210.55 Hrs) 25th September 2028 (2,010.55 Hrs) Detailed 3 27th January 2025 (1,391.50 Hrs) 27th January 2029 (2,191.50 Hrs) Detailed 4 13th June 2025 (1,582.15 Hrs) 13th June 2029 (2,382.15 Hrs) Landing Gear 6 Year Inspection May 2028 UK CAA C of A & ARC 23rd May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | Other |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Beechcraft King Air 260
Typical model-level figures for the Beechcraft King Air 260 (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $188,640 | $306,540 |
| Fixed | $312,304 | $312,304 |
| Variable | $415,640 | $675,415 |
| Total / hour | $3,640 | $3,039 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,500 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 280 kts · 322 mph |
| Seating | 1 crew + 7 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 9" × 4' 6" × 16' 8" |
| Interior volume | 361 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 3900 ft / 3100 ft |
About this plane
The Beechcraft King Air 260 has a variable operating cost of $1,900 per hour, positioning it as a capable and efficient turboprop in the modern King Air lineup. The King Air 260 offers an impressive range of 1,720 nautical miles and a normal cruise speed of 320 knots (368 mph), delivering solid performance for regional and executive missions. With an average fuel burn of just 69 gallons per hour, it provides an excellent balance of speed and fuel efficiency. The cabin of the Beechcraft King Air 260 measures 4'1" high, 4'0" wide, and 10'0" long, totaling 164 cubic feet of interior volume. Designed to comfortably accommodate up to 9 passengers, it provides a quiet, well-appointed space suited for business or leisure travel. The aircraft requires only 2,800 feet for takeoff and 2,500 feet for landing, making it ideal for operations on short and unimproved runways. With advanced avionics, refined cabin features, and runway versatility, the King Air 260 stands out as a high-performance solution in the twin-turboprop market. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Beechcraft King Air 260's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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