Beechcraft Kingair Denali vs Cessna Caravan vs Cessna Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 910
The Beechcraft Denali and Daher TBM 910 sit in the higher-performance single‑engine turboprop category, while the Cessna Caravan and Grand Caravan EX emphasize utility and short/rough-field work. For range, the TBM 910 typically offers the longest legs, often around 1,500+ nautical miles depending on load and reserves, making it well suited to fast, longer point‑to‑point travel. The Denali is generally positioned below the TBM but above the Caravan family, with an expected range roughly around the 1,000–1,500 nautical mile class depending on final configuration. The Caravan and Grand Caravan EX usually deliver shorter ranges, commonly in the several-hundred to roughly 1,000 nautical mile bracket, optimized more for regional missions than long cross‑country speed. On passenger capacity, the Caravan family leads: standard Caravan seating is commonly up to about 9 passengers, and the stretched Grand Caravan EX is often configured similarly (or slightly higher depending on layout) with more cabin volume. The Denali and TBM 910 are typically arranged for about 4–6 passengers in more premium, business‑oriented interiors.
| Spec | Beechcraft KingAir Denali | Cessna Caravan | Cessna Grand Caravan EX | Daher TBM 910 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.08 | $ 3.07 | $ 3.15 | $ 2.25 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 11 | 10 | 10 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | VFR | VFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | GE® Aerospace | Cessna | Cessna | Daher TBM |
| Aircraft Name | KingAir Denali | Caravan | Grand Caravan EX | TBM 910 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1600 | 1070 | 964 | 1730 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.68 | $ 0.38 | $ 0.39 | $ 0.56 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 9 | 12 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3280 | 3305 | 3332 | 2908 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 8 | 8 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,111 | $ 571 | $ 614 | $ 744 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G1000 NXi |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 285 | 186 | 195 | 330 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,150,000 | $2,355,000 | $2,695,000 | $4,250,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Flushing | No | No | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 11 | 10 | 10 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 9 | 12 | — |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | — | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 5 | Un-Pressurized | Un-Pressurized | 6.2 |
| Galley / Refreshment | No | No | No | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 8 | 8 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 11065 | — | — | 14390 |
| Cargo Door | — | Yes | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | — | — | MID |
| Engine | ||||
| Model | Catalyst™ | PT6A-114A | PT6A-140 | PT6A-66D |
| No. of Engines | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| FADEC | — | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TBO (hrs) | — | 3600 | 4000 | 3500 |
| Horsepower | — | 675 | 867 | 850 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 31 | ISA + 24 | ISA + 49 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 335 | 291 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | — | 37 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 14.86 | 37.6 | 41.6 | 35.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 54.3 | 52.1 | 52.1 | 42.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.5 | 5.4 | 5.4 | 4 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 12.6 | 12.8 | 16.8 | 13.4 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 4.65 | 15 | 15.1 | 14.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 4.1 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 12.6 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 48 | 32 | 32 | 30 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 123 |