Beechcraft B55 Baron
Beechcraft 55 Baron · Specifications
Overview
This document provides specifications for the Beechcraft B55 Baron, a twin-engine aircraft known for its performance and reliability. It includes detailed information about the aircraft's engines, fuel capacity, performance metrics, and physical dimensions. The specifications are based on manufacturers' data and serve as a reference for pilots and aviation enthusiasts. Key performance figures such as cruise speed, stall speed, and range are highlighted, making it a useful resource for understanding the capabilities of the B55 Baron.
- Number of Engines: 2
- Engine Model: CONTINENTAL IO-470-L
- Horsepower: 260 hp
- Max Fuel Capacity: 100.00 gal | 378.0 L
- Range: 850 miles | 739 nmi | 1368 km
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In this document
Engine Specifications
The Beechcraft B55 Baron is powered by two CONTINENTAL IO-470-L engines, each producing 260 horsepower. The recommended time between overhaul (TBO) for these engines is 1500 hours.
Fuel Capacity
The aircraft has a standard fuel capacity of 100.00 gallons (378.0 liters), which is also the maximum fuel capacity.
Performance Metrics
At 75% cruise power, the B55 Baron can achieve a speed of 211 mph (184 knots or 340 km/h). The stall speed is recorded at 84 mph (73 knots or 135 km/h), and the aircraft has a range of 850 miles (739 nautical miles or 1368 kilometers).
Climb and Ceiling
The service ceiling of the B55 Baron is 19,300 feet (5882 meters), with a rate of climb of 1693 feet per minute (8.60 m/s).
Dimensions and Weights
The B55 Baron has a wingspan of 37.80 feet (11.53 meters), a length of 28.00 feet (8.53 meters), and a height of 9.58 feet (2.920 meters). The empty weight is 3236 lbs (1467 kg), while the gross weight is 5100 lbs (2313 kg).
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Beechcraft B55 Baron The values portrayed here are from manufacturers' data and are not representative of any particular aircraft being advertised. No. of Engines: 2 Engine Make: CONTINENTAL Engine Model: IO-470-L Horsepower: 260 hp Rec'd TBO: 1500 Standard Fuel: 100.00 gal | 378.0 L Max Fuel: 100.00 gal | 378.0 L 75% Cruise: 211 mph | 184 kts | 340 km/h Stall Speed: 84 mph | 73 kts | 135 km/h Range: 850 miles | 739 nmi | 1368 km Service Ceiling: 19300 ft | 5882 m Rate of Climb: 1693 ft/min | 8.60 m/s Wingspan: 37.80 ft | 11.53 m Length: 28.00 ft | 8.53 m Height: 9.58 ft | 2.920 m Empty Weight: 3236 lbs | 1467 kg Gross Weight: 5100 lbs | 2313 kg Normal Over 50 Foot Obstacle Takeoff: 1400 ft | 426.00 m 2154 ft | 656.00 m Landing: 1467 ft | 447.00 m 2148 ft | 654.0 m