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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged utility turboprop aimed at short-haul, high-flexibility missions; it typically carries about 9–14 passengers depending on configuration and has a practical range around 900–1,200 nautical miles. The Daher TBM 960 is a high-performance single-engine turboprop focused on fast owner-operator travel; it generally seats 4–6 in comfort (up to about 6–7 total) and offers roughly 1,400–1,700 nautical miles of range. The Piper M600 SLS is also a single-engine turboprop in the owner-flown category, usually seating 4–6 comfortably (up to about 6) with an approximate range around 1,200–1,500 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G700 sits at the opposite end of the spectrum as an ultra-long-range large-cabin business jet, commonly configured for about 13–19 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible) and capable of approximately 7,000+ nautical miles, prioritizing intercontinental range, cabin space, and speed.

SpecDaher TBM 960Gulfstream G700Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 2.25—$ 2.19
Min Crew141
Total Seats6166
Flight RulesIFR—IFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMGulfstreamPiper
Aircraft NameTBM 960G700M600
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop——
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)173075001406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56—$ 0.55
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)2908—2200
Standard Cabin Seats4124
Direct Operating Cost$ 744—$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330516274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$78,000,000$3,081,400
Max Cabin Seats—19—
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNo—No
Min Crew141
Total Seats6165
Galley LocationMIDFWDMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2—5.6
Standard Cabin Seats4124
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390—12600
Crew Rest—Optional—
Jump Seat—Yes—
Max Cabin Seats—19—
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFT—
Galley / Refreshment——Refreshment Centre
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)——8644
Engine
FADECYes—No
ModelTBM 960Pearl 700PT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition3600
Horsepower850—600
Flat RatingISA + 49—ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)—18250—
No. of Engines—21
Fuel Capacity (gal)——260
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.3109.929.7
Wingspan (ft)42.110343.2
Cabin Width (ft)48.24.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.16.254
Cabin Length (ft)13.456.912.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123—165
Aisle Step (ft)—Flat Floor—
Overall Height (ft)—25.411.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—19520