Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft aimed at short‑to‑medium regional missions; it typically carries about 9–14 passengers (depending on configuration) and offers roughly 800–1,000 nautical miles of range. The Daher TBM 960 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop in the owner‑pilot/fast personal transport category, usually seating 4–6 passengers (up to around 6–8 including crew options) with about 1,400–1,700 nautical miles of range. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑turboprop executive aircraft, generally configured for about 6–9 passengers, with range commonly around 1,400–1,700 nautical miles, combining turboprop efficiency with jet‑like cruise speeds. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel, typically carrying about 12–19 passengers (certified higher in some layouts) and reaching roughly 7,000–7,750 nautical miles, far exceeding the turboprops in both cabin size and range.
| Spec | Daher TBM 960 | Gulfstream G700 | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.25 | — | — |
| Min Crew | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 16 | 8 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Daher TBM | Gulfstream | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | TBM 960 | G700 | Avanti EVO |
| Aircraft Type | Turbo Prop | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1730 | 7500 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.56 | — | — |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2908 | — | 3775 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 12 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 744 | — | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 330 | 516 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,450,000 | $78,000,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 19 | 7 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | — | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 16 | 8 |
| Galley Location | MID | FWD | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.2 | — | 9 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 12 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 14390 | — | 24000 |
| Crew Rest | — | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 19 | 7 |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | No |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 6600 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | TBM 960 | Pearl 700 | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On Condition | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 850 | — | 850 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 49 | — | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | — | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 35.3 | 109.9 | 47.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 42.1 | 103 | 47.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4 | 8.2 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.1 | 6.25 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 13.4 | 56.9 | 14.9 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 123 | — | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | — | 25.4 | 13.1 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | 35.2 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.5 |