Beechcraft King Air 260 Model Guide

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Overview

The Beechcraft King Air 260 is a twin-turboprop in production since 2020, with two 850 shp Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-52 engines. Manufacturer figures list up to 9 occupants, 310 ktas max cruise, 1,720 nm ferry range and a 35,000 ft max operating altitude. Standard ThrustSense autothrottle, digital pressurization and Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics reduce pilot workload.

Manufacturer figures: 310 ktas max cruise, 1,720 nm ferry range, 2,111 ft takeoff distance at max takeoff weight.
Max takeoff weight is 12,500 lb with 3,760 lb useful load; an enhanced payload option raises takeoff weight to 13,420 lb.
Standard: ThrustSense autothrottle, digital pressurization, three 14-inch touchscreens, synthetic vision and a MultiScan weather radar.
Used examples listed (2022 and 2023) show 138 to 257 hours; check engine program, warranty and inspection status.

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Type: Model Guide
Year: 2026
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Specifications & performance

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Specifications

Cabin width (in): 54
Cabin height (in): 57
Useful load (lb): 3,760
Max ramp weight (lb): 12,590
Baggage capacity (lb): 550
Max takeoff weight (lb): 12,500
Max zero fuel weight (lb): 11,000
Basic operating weight (lb): 8,830

Performance

Max range (nm): 1,720
Max cruise speed (kt): 310
Takeoff distance (ft): 2,111
Max operating altitude (ft): 35,000

Weight & balance

Max ramp weight (lb): 12,590
Max usable fuel (lb): 3,645
Max landing weight (lb): 12,500
Max takeoff weight (lb): 12,500
Max zero fuel weight (lb): 11,000
Enhanced payload max takeoff weight (lb): 13,420

About this document

How many people can the King Air 260 carry?

The Beechcraft King Air 260 lists a maximum of 9 occupants. Listed examples are configured for 8 or for 7 passengers plus two pilots.

How far and fast does it fly?

The Beechcraft King Air 260 is listed at 1,720 nm maximum range (ferry mission, NBAA IFR reserves) and 310 ktas maximum cruise, with a 35,000 ft maximum operating altitude.

What does the enhanced payload option do?

On the Beechcraft King Air 260, it raises maximum takeoff weight to 13,420 lb and useful load to 4,645 lb. It operates in the commuter category and carries five passengers with baggage and full fuel.

What avionics come standard?

The Beechcraft King Air 260 has Collins Pro Line Fusion with three 14-inch touchscreens, synthetic vision, dual FMS, EICAS, iTAWS, MultiScan weather radar and the ThrustSense autothrottle.

What is the Beechcraft King Air 260 Model Guide?

The Beechcraft King Air 260 Model Guide is a model guide for the Beechcraft King Air 260, dated 2026.

What year was the Beechcraft King Air 260 Model Guide published?

The Beechcraft King Air 260 Model Guide — the Beechcraft King Air 260 model guide on file — is dated 2026.

Documentation completeness

2/7

Most owners only have the POH. Here's the essential set for the Beechcraft King Air 260.

Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
Checklist
Maintenance Manual
Parts Catalog (IPC)
Systems & Wiring
Service Bulletins on file
Type Certificate (TCDS)

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Cabin and payload

The cabin is 57 in high, 54 in wide and 16 ft 8 in long. The baggage area holds 550 lb and is heated, pressurized and reachable in flight. Max occupants are 9. Listed examples show 7 passengers plus 2 pilots, or an eight-passenger layout with a belted lavatory seat, a refreshment center and fold-out tables.

What to check on a used example

Two listings show what to verify. One is a 2023 aircraft with 257 hours and 250 landings, engines on JSSI, Pro Parts/ProTech and active warranties. The other is a 2022 aircraft with 138 hours and 88 landings, engines on ESP and a 12-month inspection completed 12/2023. Confirm logbooks, program transfer and the next inspections due.

Performance upgrades

Raisbeck's EPIC Platinum package for the 260/250 lists takeoff distance over 50 ft at 2,210 ft against 3,270 ft factory, and landing distance of 1,810 ft against 2,590 ft. It also lists VREF of 90 kts against 99 kts. Swept 96-inch propellers carry a 6 years/4,000 hours TBO. Check whether an example has these modifications and the matching flight manual supplements.

Safety notes

Brochures disagree on collision avoidance: one lists TCAS I, others TCAS II. Verify the installed system on the specific aircraft.
Brochure performance is manufacturer data; the range figure is a ferry mission with NBAA IFR reserves. Expect less on typical loaded trips.
Listings are subject to verification upon inspection. Brokers advise an independent pre-purchase inspection.

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Beechcraft King Air 260 Model Guide The Beechcraft King Air 260 is a twin-turboprop in production since 2020, with two 850 shp Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-52 engines. Manufacturer figures list up to 9 occupants, 310 ktas max cruise, 1,720 nm ferry range and a 35,000 ft max operating altitude. Standard ThrustSense autothrottle, digital pressurization and Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics reduce pilot workload. • Manufacturer figures: 310 ktas max cruise, 1,720 nm ferry range, 2,111 ft takeoff distance at max takeoff weight. • Max takeoff weight is 12,500 lb with 3,760 lb useful load; an enhanced payload option raises takeoff weight to 13,420 lb. • Standard: ThrustSense autothrottle, digital pressurization, three 14-inch touchscreens, synthetic vision and a MultiScan weather radar. • Used examples listed (2022 and 2023) show 138 to 257 hours; check engine program, warranty and inspection status. Cabin and payload The cabin is 57 in high, 54 in wide and 16 ft 8 in long. The baggage area holds 550 lb and is heated, pressurized and reachable in flight. Max occupants are 9. Listed examples show 7 passengers plus 2 pilots, or an eight-passenger layout with a belted lavatory seat, a refreshment center and fold-out tables. What to check on a used example Two listings show what to verify. One is a 2023 aircraft with 257 hours and 250 landings, engines on JSSI, Pro Parts/ProTech and active warranties. The other is a 2022 aircraft with 138 hours and 88 landings, engines on ESP and a 12-month inspection completed 12/2023. Confirm logbooks, program transfer and the next inspections due. Performance upgrades Raisbeck's EPIC Platinum package for the 260/250 lists takeoff distance over 50 ft at 2,210 ft against 3,270 ft factory, and landing distance of 1,810 ft against 2,590 ft. It also lists VREF of 90 kts against 99 kts. Swept 96-inch propellers carry a 6 years/4,000 hours TBO. Check whether an example has these modifications and the matching flight manual supplements. Safety notes: • Brochures disagree on collision avoidance: one lists TCAS I, others TCAS II. Verify the installed system on the specific aircraft. • Brochure performance is manufacturer data; the range figure is a ferry mission with NBAA IFR reserves. Expect less on typical loaded trips. • Listings are subject to verification upon inspection. Brokers advise an independent pre-purchase inspection.

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