Beechcraft King Air 360 vs Cessna Citation M2 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Embraer Phenom 300e
The Beechcraft King Air 360 and Daher TBM 960 are turboprops, while the Cessna Citation M2, Embraer Phenom 100EV, and Embraer Phenom 300E are light business jets. In range, the Phenom 300E typically leads this group at roughly 2,000+ nautical miles, making it the strongest choice for longer nonstop city pairs. The King Air 360 and TBM 960 generally sit in the high‑1,000‑nautical‑mile class, with the King Air emphasizing versatility and the TBM emphasizing speed and efficiency for single‑pilot missions. The Citation M2 and Phenom 100EV are usually shorter‑range light jets, commonly around the mid‑1,000‑nautical‑mile range, aimed at quick regional trips. Passenger capacity also separates them: the TBM 960 is normally configured for about 4–6 passengers, the Citation M2 and Phenom 100EV commonly seat about 4–7, the Phenom 300E typically accommodates about 6–9, and the King Air 360 often carries about 6–9 with a larger, more flexible cabin and baggage capability.
| Spec | Beechcraft King Air 360 | Cessna Citation M2 | Daher TBM 960 | Embraer Phenom 100EV | Embraer Phenom 300E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.20 | $ 3.45 | $ 2.25 | $ 2.84 | $ 3.88 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 10 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR | — | — |
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Cessna Citation | Daher TBM | Embraer | Embraer |
| Aircraft Name | KingAir 350i | M2 | TBM 960 | Phenom 100EV | Phenom 300E |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1560 | 1400 | 1730 | 1,178 | 2,010 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.53 | $ 0.58 | $ 0.56 | $ 0.71 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 7 | — | 7 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 5145 | 3810 | 2908 | 3451 | 6914 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,311 | $ 1,395 | $ 744 | $ 1,152 | $ 1,758 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Garmin G3000 | Garmin G3000 | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Prodigy Touch (G3000) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 312 | 404 | 330 | 406 | 464 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $7,650,000 | $5,150,000 | $4,450,000 | $4,250,000 | $9,650,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | — | Turbo Prop | — | — |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | Optional | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No | 1 Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 9 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — | MID | — | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 7 | — | 6 | 9 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | — | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.5 | 8.5 | 6.2 | 8.3 | 9.4 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Optional | No | — | No | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 7 |
| Crew Rest | — | No | — | No | No |
| Jump Seat | — | No | — | No | No |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 22027 | 14390 | 21280 | 25560 |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | PT6A-60A | FJ44-1AP-21 | TBM 960 | PW617F1-E | Canada PW535E1 |
| TBO (hrs) | 3600 | 3500 | 3500 | 3500 | 5000 |
| Horsepower | 1050 | — | 850 | — | — |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 10 | ISA + 7 | ISA + 49 | ISA + 8 | ISA + 15 |
| No. of Engines | 1 | 2 | — | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 539 | 492 | — | — | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 1965 | — | 1730 | 3360 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | 516 | — | 543 | 757 |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 46.7 | 42.6 | 35.3 | 42.1 | 51.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 57.9 | 47.3 | 42.1 | 40.4 | 52.16 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4 | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.1 | 4.9 | 4.9 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 19.5 | 11 | 13.4 | 11 | 17.2 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14.4 | 14 | — | 14.3 | 16.75 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 4.1 | 3.1 | — | 3.6 | 3.6 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 19.5 | 8.8 | — | 9 | 14.8 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 71 | — | — | 10 | 10 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | 0.4 | — | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 46 | — | 60 | 74 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 123 | — | — |