Beechcraft Baron G58 vs Beechcraft King Air 260 vs Beechcraft Kingair Denali vs Cessna 206 Turbo Stationair vs Cessna Caravan vs Piper M350
The Beechcraft Baron G58 and Piper M350 are pressurized piston twins aimed at owner-pilots; both typically carry about 5–6 passengers plus a pilot, with ranges around roughly 1,000–1,300 nautical miles depending on loading and reserves, making them efficient for regional trips at lower operating cost than turbines. The Cessna Turbo Stationair is a single‑engine turbocharged piston utility aircraft, commonly configured for about 5–6 occupants, with a similar or slightly shorter typical range around roughly 800–1,200 nautical miles, prioritizing short-field practicality. Stepping into turbines, the Cessna Caravan is a single‑engine turboprop utility hauler, usually set up for 9–14 passengers (commuter) or fewer in executive/cargo roles, with typical ranges around roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles and strong payload flexibility. The Beechcraft King Air 260 is a twin‑engine turboprop business aircraft, often seating about 7–9 passengers, with typical range around roughly 1,500–1,800 nautical miles, offering higher speed and altitude capability. The Beechcraft King Air Denali is a newer single‑engine turboprop positioned between the Caravan and King Air class, generally expected to seat about 6–9 passengers with anticipated range around roughly 1,500–1,600 nautical miles.
| Spec | Beechcraft Baron G58 | Beechcraft King Air 260 | Beechcraft KingAir Denali | Cessna Turbo Stationair | Cessna Caravan | Piper M350 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 1.72 | $ 4.30 | $ 4.08 | $ 1.08 | $ 3.07 | $ 1.34 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 8 | 11 | 6 | 10 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | IFR | VFR | VFR | VFR |
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Beechcraft | GE® Aerospace | Cessna | Cessna | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | Baron G58 | KingAir 250 | KingAir Denali | 206 Turbo Stationair | Caravan | M350 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1480 | 1420 | 1600 | 703 | 1070 | 1343 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.29 | $ 0.72 | $ 0.68 | $ 0.18 | $ 0.38 | $ 0.22 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 1450 | 3760 | 3280 | — | 3305 | 1308 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 347 | $ 1,333 | $ 1,111 | $ 174 | $ 571 | $ 285 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G1000 NXi | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G1000 NXi |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 202 | 310 | 285 | 161 | 186 | 213 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $1,495,000 | $6,450,000 | $4,150,000 | $745,000 | $2,355,000 | $1,195,000 |
| Min Crew | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 8 | 9 | — | 9 | — |
| Cabin | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 8 | 11 | 6 | 10 | 6 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 4 |
| Lavatory | — | 1 Flushing | 1 Flushing | — | No | — |
| Min Crew | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 8 | 9 | — | 9 | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | AFT | AFT | — | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 6.5 | 5 | — | Un-Pressurized | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | No | No | — | No | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 15293 | 11065 | — | — | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | — | Yes | — |
| Engine | ||||||
| FADEC | No | Yes | — | No | Yes | No |
| Model | IO-550-C | PT6A-52 | Catalyst™ | TIO-540-AJ1A | PT6A-114A | TIO-540-AE2A |
| Fuel Type | AvGas | — | — | AvGas | — | AvGas |
| TBO (hrs) | 1700 | 3600 | — | 2000 | 3600 | 2000 |
| TBO (yrs) | 12 | — | — | 12 | — | 12 |
| Horsepower | 300 | 850 | — | 350 | 675 | 350 |
| Fuel Delivery | Fuel Injected | — | — | Fuel Injected | — | Fuel Injected |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 194 | 544 | — | 87 | — | 120 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 37 | — | — | ISA + 31 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||||
| Length (ft) | 29.9 | 43.8 | 14.86 | 28.3 | 37.6 | 29 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 37.9 | 57.9 | 54.3 | 36 | 52.1 | 43 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 3.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 3.6 | 5.4 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.2 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 12.6 | 16.7 | 12.6 | 12.1 | 12.8 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 9.8 | 14.8 | 4.65 | 9.4 | 15 | 11.4 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 150 | — | — | — | — | 165 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 46 | 55 | 48 | 11 | 32 | 20 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 4.1 | 4.1 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 16.7 | 12.6 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | — | — | — | 13 |