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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Enstrom 480b vs Piper M600 Sls

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a utility turboprop in the single‑engine commuter/cargo category, typically flying about 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on load and reserves, and commonly carrying 9–14 occupants in passenger configurations (often operated at 9 seats for regulatory reasons) or substantial cargo. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large-cabin business jet, designed for long-range travel of roughly 3,900–4,000 nautical miles, and typically seats about 13 passengers in executive layouts (with higher-density options). The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine turbine helicopter, optimized for short to medium missions, with practical range around 300–400 nautical miles, and seating for up to 5 (pilot plus four). The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine pressurized turboprop business aircraft, generally offering about 1,400–1,700 nautical miles of range, and typically carries 1–5 passengers plus a pilot (up to six seats total).

SpecPiper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 2.19
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerPiper
Aircraft NameM600
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)2200
Standard Cabin Seats4
Direct Operating Cost$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$3,081,400
Cabin
Cockpit2
LavatoryNo
Min Crew1
Total Seats5
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats4
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECNo
ModelPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)3600
Horsepower600
Flat RatingISA + 55
No. of Engines1
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)29.7
Wingspan (ft)43.2
Cabin Width (ft)4.1
Cabin Height (ft)4
Cabin Length (ft)12.3
Overall Height (ft)11.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)20