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Beechcraft Kingair Denali vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Piper M600 Sls

By category, the Beechcraft Denali and Pilatus PC-12 NGX are single‑engine turboprops aimed at executive and utility missions, while the Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑engine turboprop positioned as a high‑speed business aircraft, and the Piper M600 SLS is a pressurized single‑engine turboprop that sits a step below the Denali/PC‑12 class in size and payload. In range, the PC‑12 NGX is generally the long‑leg leader, commonly cited around 1,800+ nautical miles depending on reserves and load. The Denali is expected to be competitive in the same broad bracket but typically quoted nearer the mid‑1,000s nautical miles. The Avanti EVO also falls in a similar general range band (often around 1,700–1,800 nautical miles), with emphasis on speed rather than short‑field utility. The M600 SLS is shorter‑legged than the larger turboprops, commonly around the mid‑1,000 nautical miles. For passenger capacity, the PC‑12 and Denali typically seat about 6–9 passengers in executive layouts, the Avanti EVO is commonly configured for about 7–9, and the M600 SLS is usually about 4–6 plus pilot.

SpecBeechcraft KingAir DenaliPiaggio Avanti EVOPilatus PC-12 NGXPiper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 4.08$ 2.78$ 2.19
Min Crew1111
Total Seats11886
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerGE® AerospacePiaggioPilatusPiper
Aircraft NameKingAir DenaliAvanti EVOPC-12 NGXM600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1600153018031406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.68$ 0.46$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats979
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)328037752200
Standard Cabin Seats7664
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,111$ 793$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionRockwell Collins Pro Line 21Honeywell Primus ApexGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)285400290274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,150,000$ 7,695,000$5,350,000$3,081,400
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory1 FlushingNoOptionalNo
Min Crew1111
Total Seats11885
Max Cabin Seats979
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)595.85.6
Galley / RefreshmentNoNoNoRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats7664
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)11065240001310012600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)66008644
Cargo DoorYes
Galley LocationMID
Engine
ModelCatalyst™PT6A–66BPT6E-67XPPT6A-42A
No. of Engines1211
FADECYesYesNo
TBO (hrs)360050003600
Horsepower8501200600
Flat RatingISA + 28ISA + 35ISA + 55
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)14.8647.347.2529.7
Wingspan (ft)54.347.153.3343.2
Cabin Width (ft)4.56.154.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.85.84.94
Cabin Length (ft)12.614.916.912.3
Overall Height (ft)4.6513.11411.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.13.54.25
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)12.6
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)4835.24020
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165