Beechcraft King Air 260 vs Beechcraft King Air 360 vs Beechcraft Kingair Denali vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx

In category, the Beechcraft King Air 260 and 360 are pressurized, twin‑engine turboprops, with the 360 positioned as the more premium, higher‑capability variant. The King Air Denali is a newer, single‑engine turboprop positioned closer to high‑end singles like the Daher TBM 960 and Pilatus PC‑12 NGX, while still reflecting Beechcraft cabin design priorities. The TBM 960 is a fast, owner‑pilot‑oriented single‑engine turboprop emphasizing cruise speed and efficiency; the PC‑12 NGX is also a single‑engine turboprop but leans toward utility, cabin volume, and mission flexibility. On range, the TBM 960 and PC‑12 NGX generally sit at the top of this group for typical long‑leg capability (often around the ~1,500–1,800+ nm class depending on load and reserves). The King Air 260 and 360 are typically in the ~1,300–1,800 nm class depending on configuration, with the 360 often offering stronger overall mission performance. Denali is expected to be competitive with the long‑range singles, but final in‑service numbers can vary by certification and options. For passenger capacity, King Air 260/360 commonly seat about 6–9, Denali about 6–8, TBM 960 about 4–6, and PC‑12 NGX about 6–9 (with higher maximum seating possible in special configurations).