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Beechcraft Bonanza G36 vs Cirrus Sr22t G6 vs Piper M350

In category, the Beechcraft Bonanza G36 and Cirrus SR22T G6 are typically positioned as high‑performance single‑engine piston aircraft, while the Piper M350 is a pressurized single‑engine piston that sits a step up for comfort and weather capability due to cabin pressurization and higher-altitude cruise. For range, the SR22T G6 generally offers long cross‑country capability and often edges the others depending on configuration, with the Bonanza G36 also providing strong practical range for non‑stop regional trips; the M350 is likewise a solid traveler and can be especially effective on longer legs because pressurization reduces fatigue, even if real‑world range varies with power settings and winds. For passenger capacity, all three are commonly described as six‑seat airplanes, but usable seating differs: the G36 and SR22T are often most comfortable for four adults plus baggage, with occasional use of the rear seats, whereas the M350’s cabin and mission tend to favor four to five occupants with baggage over longer distances, prioritizing comfort and altitude over maximizing seats.

SpecBeechcraft Bonanza G36Piper M350
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 1.16$ 1.34
Total Seats66
Flight RulesVFRVFR
ManufacturerBeechcraftPiper
Aircraft NameBonanza G36M350
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)9201343
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.19$ 0.22
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)10501308
Standard Cabin Seats44
Direct Operating Cost$ 204$ 285
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G1000 NXi
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)176213
Base Aircraft Price (USD) $925,000 $1,195,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Total Seats66
Standard Cabin Seats44
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
Engine
FADECNoNo
ModelIO-550-BTIO-540-AE2A
Fuel TypeAvGasAvGas
TBO (hrs)17002000
TBO (yrs)1212
Horsepower300350
Fuel DeliveryFuel InjectedFuel Injected
No. of Engines11
Fuel Capacity (gal)74120
Dimensions
Length (ft)27.529
Wingspan (ft)33.543
Cabin Width (ft)3.54.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.24
Cabin Length (ft)12.612.3
Overall Height (ft)8.611.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)100165
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1020
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)13