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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Piper M600 Sls

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft, typically used for short‑to‑medium regional hops, with roughly 900–1,200 nm range depending on load and fit, and commonly configured for about 9 passengers (with higher-density commuter layouts possible). The Piper M600 SLS is a pressurized single‑engine turboprop aimed at owner‑pilots, offering about 1,400 nm range and seating generally around 5–6 passengers in a luxury cabin. The Daher TBM 960 is a higher‑performance single‑engine turboprop in the fast personal/owner‑flown segment, usually seating about 4–6 passengers, with a typical range around 1,700–1,900 nm. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range tri‑jet business aircraft in a different class entirely, commonly configured for roughly 12–16 passengers (with maximum layouts higher), and capable of intercontinental missions around 6,450 nm. Overall, the Caravan prioritizes payload and versatility, the M600 and TBM prioritize speed and comfort for smaller groups, and the Falcon 8X prioritizes range and cabin size for large, long‑haul travel.

SpecDaher TBM 960Dassault Falcon 8XPiper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 7.66$ 2.19
Min Crew121
Total Seats6176
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMDassault FalconPiper
Aircraft NameTBM 9608XM600
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)173064501406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.64$ 0.55
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)2908369002200
Standard Cabin Seats4144
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 3,805$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Honeywell Primus EASy IIGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330516274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$ 62,500,000$3,081,400
Max Cabin Seats16
Cabin
Cockpit232
LavatoryNo2 Enclosed FlushingNo
Min Crew121
Total Seats6175
Galley LocationMIDFWDMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.210.25.6
Standard Cabin Seats4144
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)143902920012600
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatYes
Max Cabin Seats16
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyRefreshment Centre
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)39008644
Engine
FADECYesYesNo
ModelTBM 960PW307DPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)3500On-Condition3600
Horsepower850600
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 17ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)6722
No. of Engines31
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.380.229.7
Wingspan (ft)42.186.343.2
Cabin Width (ft)47.74.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.16.24
Cabin Length (ft)13.442.712.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1231695165
Overall Height (ft)26.111.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)14020