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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Piaggio Avanti Evo

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft aimed at short-haul work; it typically offers roughly 900–1,200 nm of range and commonly carries about 9–14 passengers depending on interior and mission. The Daher TBM 960 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop positioned as a fast personal/business traveler; it generally reaches about 1,500–1,700 nm and usually seats around 4–6 in comfort (up to about 6–7 depending on configuration). The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑turboprop business aircraft with jetlike cruise speeds for its class; it typically ranges about 1,500–1,800 nm and seats about 6–8. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a large‑cabin long‑range tri‑jet built for intercontinental missions; it commonly exceeds 6,000 nm of range and is configured for about 12–16 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible). Overall, the Caravan prioritizes payload and access, the TBM emphasizes owner‑pilot speed and efficiency, the Avanti targets premium turboprop travel for small groups, and the 8X serves long-range executive transport.

SpecDaher TBM 960Dassault Falcon 8XPiaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 7.66—
Min Crew121
Total Seats6178
Flight RulesIFR—IFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMDassault FalconPiaggio
Aircraft NameTBM 9608XAvanti EVO
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop——
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)173064501530
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.64—
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2908369003775
Standard Cabin Seats4146
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 3,805—
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Honeywell Primus EASy IIRockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330516400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$ 62,500,000$ 7,695,000
Max Cabin Seats—167
Cabin
Cockpit232
LavatoryNo2 Enclosed FlushingNo
Min Crew121
Total Seats6178
Galley LocationMIDFWD—
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.210.29
Standard Cabin Seats4146
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)143902920024000
Crew Rest—No—
Jump Seat—Yes—
Max Cabin Seats—167
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFT—
Galley / Refreshment—GalleyNo
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)—39006600
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelTBM 960PW307DPT6A–66B
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition3600
Horsepower850—850
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 17ISA + 28
Thrust (lbs)—6722—
No. of Engines—32
Fuel Burn (gph)——100
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.380.247.3
Wingspan (ft)42.186.347.1
Cabin Width (ft)47.76.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.16.25.8
Cabin Length (ft)13.442.714.9
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1231695—
Overall Height (ft)—26.113.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)—6.33.5
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)—29.2—
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—14035.2