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2023 BEECHCRAFT KING AIR 260
Starts from the median asking price of 6 comparable Beechcraft Multi-Engine Piston listings ($1,273,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +7 vs comparable listings +10.5%
- Airframe time -168 hr vs comps +0.3%
- Engine time -168 hr vs comps +2.4%
- No Autopilot (50% of comps have one) -1.5%
- ADS-B (50% of comps) +1.3%
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 | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 585 hrs |
| Engine time | 585 SNEW |
| Avionics / Transponder | King TDR-94D |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | TAWS |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | TCAS |
Description
HIGHLIGHTS ✓ Collins Proline Fusion Integrated Avionics ✓ VNAV, WAAS/LPV & ADS-B Out ✓ Synthetic Vision System ✓ IS&S Autothrottles ✓ Dual Collins ADC-3000 ✓ Hartzell 4-Blade Propellers ✓ Digital Pressurization System ✓ Engine Fire Extinguishing System ✓ Engines Enrolled on ESP Gold Lite ✓ Factory Warranty Until June 2028 Documents: - King Air 260 BY-450 LudlamJet.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11034286248&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=26LVDovYsc6abs%2b20sSUlasZae3DA4GMxvfpXFKTeq9GkCnQCs2O5kiyi3qxSAvpgEkY9q3Aca4%3d
Modifications
✓ VNAV ✓ ADS-B Out ✓ WAAS/LPV ✓ Dual Aft Strakes ✓ Dual Collins ADC-3000 ✓ Crown Wing Lockers ✓ Synthetic Vision System ✓ Hartzell 4-Blade Props ✓ Aft Lavatory ✓ Belted Lavatory ✓ Brake Deice ✓ IS&S Autothrottles ✓ Digital Pressurization System ✓ Engine Fire Extinguishing System ✓ Factory Warranty Until June 2028
Avionics
✓ IFS: Collins Proline Fusion ✓ Comms: Dual Collins VHF-4000 ✓ Navs: Collins NAV-4000 ✓ DME: Collins DME-4000 ✓ Transponder: Collins TDR-94D ✓ Radar: Collins RTA-4112 MultiScan ✓ Radio Alt: Collins ALT-4000 ✓ GPS: Collins GPS-4000S ✓ FMS: Dual Collins Integrated ✓ TAWS: Collins iTAWS Class A ✓ TCAS: Collins TCAS-4100 (Change 7.1) ✓ CVR: L3 FA2100 (120 Minute)
Recommended avionics upgrades
No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
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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Documents
General
| Year | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | KING AIR 260 |
| Serial Number | BY-450 |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 585 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Time | 585 SNEW |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 TBO | 3600 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Time | 585 |
|---|
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | ✓ IFS: Collins Proline Fusion ✓ Comms: Dual Collins VHF-4000 ✓ Navs: Collins NAV-4000 ✓ DME: Collins DME-4000 ✓ Transponder: Collins TDR-94D ✓ Radar: Collins RTA-4112 MultiScan ✓ Radio Alt: Collins ALT-4000 ✓ GPS: Collins GPS-4000S ✓ FMS: Dual Collins Integrated ✓ TAWS: Collins iTAWS Class A ✓ TCAS: Collins TCAS-4100 (Change 7.1) ✓ CVR: L3 FA2100 (120 Minute) |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | ✓ VNAV ✓ ADS-B Out ✓ WAAS/LPV ✓ Dual Aft Strakes ✓ Dual Collins ADC-3000 ✓ Crown Wing Lockers ✓ Synthetic Vision System ✓ Hartzell 4-Blade Props ✓ Aft Lavatory ✓ Belted Lavatory ✓ Brake Deice ✓ IS&S Autothrottles ✓ Digital Pressurization System ✓ Engine Fire Extinguishing System ✓ Factory Warranty Until June 2028 |
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Brochure
| Brochure | King Air 260 BY-450 LudlamJet.pdf |
|---|
Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | ESP Gold Lite |
|---|
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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