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Beechcraft Kingair Denali vs Cirrus Vision Jet G2 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Piper M500 vs Piper M600 Sls

Category-wise, the Denali, TBM 960, PC-12 NGX, Piper M500, and Piper M600 SLS are single‑engine turboprops, while the Cirrus Vision Jet G2 is a single‑engine very light jet. The Vision Jet typically delivers the jet experience—higher cruise speeds and high‑altitude capability—but generally with less cabin volume and shorter real‑world mission flexibility than the larger turboprops. For range, the TBM 960 is commonly viewed as the longest‑legged among these in typical long‑range configurations, with the PC‑12 NGX also strong on distance and mission versatility. The Denali is designed to be competitive in the high‑end single‑engine turboprop class, generally slotting near the TBM/PC‑12 tier depending on final configuration. The M600 SLS and M500 usually sit below the TBM/PC‑12/Denali group on maximum range, though still suitable for many regional trips. The Vision Jet’s range is typically comparable to the mid‑tier turboprops, varying notably with payload. On passenger capacity, the PC‑12 NGX and Denali tend to offer the most usable seating and cabin space. The TBM 960, M600 SLS, and M500 usually seat fewer in comfort. The Vision Jet typically carries the fewest practical passengers.

SpecBeechcraft KingAir DenaliCirrus Vision Jet G2Daher TBM 960Pilatus PC-12 NGXPiper M500Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit222222
DOC / nm$ 4.08$ 2.37$ 2.25$ 2.78$ 3.11$ 2.19
Min Crew111111
Total Seats1156866
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerGE® AerospaceCirrusDaher TBMPilatusPiperPiper
Aircraft NameKingAir DenaliSF50 G2TBM 960PC-12 NGXM500M600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)160012191730180310001406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.68$ 0.79$ 0.56$ 0.46$ 0.78$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats959
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)32802450290816982200
Standard Cabin Seats734644
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,111$ 711$ 744$ 793$ 579$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionCirrus Perspective Touch+ (G3000)Garmin G3000Honeywell Primus ApexGarmin G1000 NXiGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)285311330290260274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,150,000$2,315,000$4,450,000$5,350,000$2,122,600$3,081,400
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
Cabin
Cockpit222222
Lavatory1 FlushingNoNoOptionalNoNo
Min Crew111111
Total Seats1156855
Max Cabin Seats959
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)56.46.25.85.55.6
Galley / RefreshmentNoNoNoRefreshment CentreRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats734644
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1106514390131001260012600
Galley LocationMIDMIDMID
Cargo DoorYes
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)82448644
Engine
ModelCatalyst™FJ33-5ATBM 960PT6E-67XPPT6A-42APT6A-42A
No. of Engines11111
FADECYesYesYesNoNo
TBO (hrs)40003500500036003600
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 49ISA + 35ISA + 55ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)1846
Fuel Burn (lbph)358
Fuel Capacity (gal)320170260
Horsepower8501200500600
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Dimensions
Length (ft)14.8630.735.347.2529.629.7
Wingspan (ft)54.338.742.153.3343.243.2
Cabin Width (ft)4.55.1454.14.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.14.944
Cabin Length (ft)12.611.513.416.912.312.3
Overall Height (ft)4.6510.91411.311.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.13.14.25
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)12.69.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)4824402020
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)30
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123165165