Twin engine piston aircraft with retractable landing gear. The B55 Baron seats up to 5 passengers plus 1 pilot.

Performance specifications

Horsepower:

2 x 260 HP

Best Cruise Speed:

184 KIAS

Best Range (i):

739 NM

Fuel Burn @ 75%:

27.3 GPH

Stall Speed:

73 KIAS

Rate of climb:

1,693 FPM

Rate of climb (1 engine out):

397 FPM

Ceiling:

19,300 FT

Ceiling (1 engine out):

6,400 FT

Takeoff distance:

1,400 FT

Landing distance:

1,467 FT

Takeoff distance over 50ft obstacle:

2,154 FT

Landing distance over 50ft obstacle:

2,148 FT

Weights

Gross Weight:

5,100 LBS

Empty Weight:

3,236 LBS

Fuel capacity:

100 GAL

Ownership Costs 1978

Engine (x2)

Manufacturer:

Cont Motor

Model:

IO-470-L

Horsepower:

260 HP

Overhaul (HT):

1,500 Hrs

Years before overhaul:

12