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Beechcraft Bonanza G36 vs Cessna 206 Turbo Stationair vs Cirrus Sr20 G6

The Beechcraft Bonanza G36 and Cirrus SR20 G6 are typically positioned as high-performance, single‑engine piston personal aircraft, while the Cessna Turbo Stationair sits more in the utility/crossover role, optimized for hauling people and gear out of shorter or rougher fields. In passenger capacity, the Bonanza G36 is generally a six‑seat aircraft and is often used as a comfortable family or business traveler. The Turbo Stationair is also commonly configured for six seats, but its cabin and payload flexibility tend to favor bulkier loads and backcountry-style missions. The SR20 G6 is usually a five‑seat aircraft, aimed at modern training and owner-flying with an emphasis on avionics and safety features. For range, the Bonanza G36 is typically the longest‑legged of the three in many real‑world cruise profiles, suited to longer cross‑country trips. The Turbo Stationair’s range is generally competitive but often trades some endurance for higher payload and utility. The SR20 G6 usually offers the shortest range of the group, adequate for regional trips and training missions.

SpecBeechcraft Bonanza G36Cessna Turbo Stationair
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 1.16$ 1.08
Total Seats66
Flight RulesVFRVFR
ManufacturerBeechcraftCessna
Aircraft NameBonanza G36206 Turbo Stationair
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)920703
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.19$ 0.18
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)1050
Standard Cabin Seats44
Direct Operating Cost$ 204$ 174
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G1000 NXi
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)176161
Base Aircraft Price (USD) $925,000 $745,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Total Seats66
Standard Cabin Seats44
Engine
FADECNoNo
ModelIO-550-BTIO-540-AJ1A
Fuel TypeAvGasAvGas
TBO (hrs)17002000
TBO (yrs)1212
Horsepower300350
Fuel DeliveryFuel InjectedFuel Injected
No. of Engines11
Fuel Capacity (gal)7487
Dimensions
Length (ft)27.528.3
Wingspan (ft)33.536
Cabin Width (ft)3.53.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.24.2
Cabin Length (ft)12.612.1
Overall Height (ft)8.69.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)100
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1011