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Beechcraft Baron G58 vs Cessna 206 Turbo Stationair vs Daher Kodiak 100 Series Iii vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx

The Beechcraft Baron G58 is a pressurized-feel, but unpressurized, twin‑piston personal and light business aircraft, best suited to shorter regional trips; typical range is roughly 1,000–1,300 nm depending on power and reserves, and it commonly carries 4–5 passengers plus a pilot (up to six seats total, with practical loading limits). The Cessna Turbo Stationair (turbocharged 206) sits in the utility single‑piston category, prioritizing payload flexibility and short/rough-field access over speed; range is generally about 600–900 nm, and it typically carries 4–5 passengers plus a pilot (up to six seats). The Daher Kodiak 100 Series III is a rugged single‑turboprop STOL utility aircraft aimed at backcountry, freight, and mixed passenger missions; range is commonly around 1,000–1,200 nm, and cabin configurations are usually 8–9 passengers plus a pilot (up to 10 seats). The Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a pressurized, high‑performance single‑turboprop in the business/utility class, offering the longest range and most cabin comfort; range is about 1,500–1,800 nm, and it typically carries 6–9 passengers plus a pilot (up to 10 seats).

SpecBeechcraft Baron G58Cessna Turbo StationairPilatus PC-12 NGX
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 1.72$ 1.08$ 2.78
Total Seats668
Flight RulesIFRVFRIFR
ManufacturerBeechcraftCessnaPilatus
Aircraft NameBaron G58206 Turbo StationairPC-12 NGX
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)14807031803
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.29$ 0.18$ 0.46
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1450
Standard Cabin Seats446
Direct Operating Cost$ 347$ 174$ 793
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G1000 NXiHoneywell Primus Apex
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)202161290
Base Aircraft Price (USD) $1,495,000 $745,000 $5,350,000
Min Crew1
Max Cabin Seats9
Cabin
Cockpit222
Total Seats668
Standard Cabin Seats446
LavatoryOptional
Min Crew1
Cargo DoorYes
Max Cabin Seats9
Lavatory LocationFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.8
Galley / RefreshmentNo
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)13100
Engine
FADECNoNoYes
ModelIO-550-CTIO-540-AJ1APT6E-67XP
Fuel TypeAvGasAvGas
TBO (hrs)170020005000
TBO (yrs)1212
Horsepower3003501200
Fuel DeliveryFuel InjectedFuel Injected
No. of Engines211
Fuel Capacity (gal)19487
Flat RatingISA + 35
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Dimensions
Length (ft)29.928.347.25
Wingspan (ft)37.93653.33
Cabin Width (ft)3.53.65
Cabin Height (ft)4.24.24.9
Cabin Length (ft)12.612.116.9
Overall Height (ft)9.89.414
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)150
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)461140
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.25