Bombardier Global 7500 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Enstrom 480b vs Piper M600 Sls
The Bombardier Global 7500 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It offers by far the greatest range (about 7,700 nautical miles) and the highest practical passenger capacity, typically seating around 8–14 in a spacious cabin depending on configuration. The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop in the high‑performance personal/business category. It is optimized for fast regional trips with a range around 1,700 nautical miles and typically carries 4–6 passengers plus a pilot, with a smaller cabin than light jets. The Piper M600 SLS is also a single‑engine turboprop, positioned as a pressurized personal aircraft with advanced automation. It generally seats up to 6, with real‑world passenger loads often lower depending on fuel and baggage, and has a range on the order of roughly 1,400–1,500 nautical miles. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine turbine helicopter aimed at utility, training, and short‑range transport. It typically seats 4–5 and has the shortest range here, roughly 300–400 nautical miles, but offers point‑to‑point access where runways aren’t available.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Daher TBM 960 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 2.25 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Daher TBM | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | TBM 960 | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | Turbo Prop | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 1730 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.56 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 744 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Garmin G3000 | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 330 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $4,450,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | IFR |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 2908 | 2200 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | — | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | MID | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 | 4 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | 8644 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 6.2 | 5.6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 14390 | 12600 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | Passport | TBM 960 | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 3500 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 49 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | — | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | 850 | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 35.3 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 42.1 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 4 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 4.1 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 13.4 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | — | 11.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 123 | 165 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 20 |