Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Enstrom 480b vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Beechcraft King Air 360ER and Piaggio Avanti EVO are pressurized, twin‑turboprop business aircraft, while the Daher TBM 960 is a pressurized single‑engine turboprop and the Enstrom 480B is a turbine helicopter. In range terms, the King Air 360ER is typically the longest‑leg option here, optimized for extended missions; the Avanti EVO and TBM 960 are also long‑range aircraft but generally fall short of the 360ER’s maximum endurance depending on payload and reserves. The Enstrom 480B has the shortest range of the four, reflecting helicopter mission profiles rather than cross‑country business travel. For passenger capacity, the King Air 360ER usually carries the most in a practical executive layout, commonly seating up to about nine. The Avanti EVO is typically configured for around seven to nine seats depending on interior choices. The TBM 960 is usually a six‑seat cabin with a pilot plus passengers, emphasizing speed and efficiency over cabin volume. The Enstrom 480B generally seats up to five (including pilot), prioritizing vertical lift and access over cabin capacity.
| Spec | Daher TBM 960 | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.25 | — |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 8 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Daher TBM | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | TBM 960 | Avanti EVO |
| Aircraft Type | Turbo Prop | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1730 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.56 | — |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2908 | 3775 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 744 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 330 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,450,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 7 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 8 |
| Galley Location | MID | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.2 | 9 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 14390 | 24000 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 7 |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | No |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 6600 |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | TBM 960 | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 850 | 850 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 49 | ISA + 28 |
| No. of Engines | — | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 35.3 | 47.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 42.1 | 47.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.1 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 13.4 | 14.9 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 123 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | — | 13.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.5 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 35.2 |