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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft built for short-haul missions and rugged or remote operations. It typically carries about 9 passengers (often fewer when configured for cargo or special missions) and offers a range on the order of roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on payload, reserves, and conditions. The Daher TBM 960 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop aimed at fast personal and business travel. It generally seats 4–6 passengers in comfort (up to about 6–7 depending on configuration) and has a typical range around 1,400–1,700 nautical miles, again varying with load and flight profile. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental corporate travel, commonly configured for about 13 passengers (with layouts often around 10–14). Its range is typically about 3,900–4,000 nautical miles, enabling much longer nonstop city pairs than either turboprop.

SpecDaher TBM 960
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 2.25
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBM
Aircraft NameTBM 960
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1730
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56
OEM VerificationUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2908
Standard Cabin Seats4
Direct Operating Cost$ 744
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
LavatoryNo
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2
Standard Cabin Seats4
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390
Engine
FADECYes
ModelTBM 960
TBO (hrs)3500
Horsepower850
Flat RatingISA + 49
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.3
Wingspan (ft)42.1
Cabin Width (ft)4
Cabin Height (ft)4.1
Cabin Length (ft)13.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123