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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 RulesIFRIFR
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)29082200
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 Seats19
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNoNo
Min Crew141
Total Seats6165
Galley LocationMIDFWDMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.25.6
Standard Cabin Seats4124
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439012600
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Max Cabin Seats19
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesNo
ModelTBM 960Pearl 700PT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition3600
Horsepower850600
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines21
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)123165
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Overall Height (ft)25.411.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19520