This 1975 Cessna 310R Is a Spacious, Fast, and Refreshened ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick

Low-time engines, newer paint, and panel upgrades help classic light twin feel at home in today’s airspace.

Jonathan Welsh

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 01:00 PM ET

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Travis Tingle

1975 Cessna 310R [Credit: Bruce Moroney]

Key Takeaways:

The article features a 1975 Cessna 310R as Aircraft For Sale's "Today's Top Pick," highlighting its appeal as a powerful and comfortable light piston twin.
Praised for its speed, ramp presence, and "1970s chic," it's presented as an ideal aircraft for pilots upgrading from singles, capable of hauling heavy loads and long-distance travel.
The specific aircraft boasts 100 hours since overhaul on its 285 hp Continental engines, a 2017 repaint, updated Garmin/King avionics, and is available for $205,000.

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Each day, the team at Aircraft For Sale picks an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, represents a good deal, or has other interesting qualities. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Today’s Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily.

Today’s Top Pick is a 1975 Cessna 310R.

There is something so appealing about taking the controls of a light piston twin. Mastering the added complexity of operating two engines is satisfying, as is the speed with which the aircraft for sale today covers territory.

The Cessna 310R arguably is the king of light piston twins, and the next owner of this example is sure to enjoy debating Beechcraft Baron owners over which of the high-performance rivals most deserves the title.

If you value speed, comfort, ramp presence, and a dash of 1970s chic, the 310R could be your ideal aircraft. Pilots looking to step up from piston singles are likely to notice the 310s size. It is a big airplane, and its long-legged landing gear contributes to an imposing stance on the tarmac. The thought of walking out of your favorite FBO, climbing into the cockpit of this 310R, and taking off for a cross-country adventure is inspiring.

This Cessna 310 has 6,780 hours on the airframe, 100 hours since overhaul on each of its 285 hp Continental IO-520-M engines and Hartzell three-blade propellers. The aircraft was repainted in 2017 and is equipped with a South Wind cabin heater with 290 hours since overhaul. The fuel system carries 200 usable gallons.

The panel includes a Garmin GNS 530W GPS/Nsav/Com, King KX 155 Nav/Com, Garmin GMA 340 audio panel and intercom, KT 71 transponder, Garmin G5 attitude indicator, King KCS 55A HSI, ARC 800 autopilot, JPI EDM 760 engine monitor, and full set of copilot instruments.

Pilots looking for a versatile light twin that can haul heavy loads, keep passengers comfortable in its roomy cabin, and rapidly rack up cross-country miles should consider this 1975 Cessna 310R, which is available for $205,000 on AircraftForSale.

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