Cessna Caravan vs Cessna Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Kodiak 100 Series Iii vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx
| Spec | Cessna Caravan | Cessna Grand Caravan EX | Pilatus PC-12 NGX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 3.07 | $ 3.15 | $ 2.78 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 8 |
| Flight Rules | VFR | VFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Cessna | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Caravan | Grand Caravan EX | PC-12 NGX |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1070 | 964 | 1803 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.38 | $ 0.39 | $ 0.46 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 12 | 9 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3305 | 3332 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 571 | $ 614 | $ 793 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G1000 NXi | Honeywell Primus Apex |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 186 | 195 | 290 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $2,355,000 | $2,695,000 | $5,350,000 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | No | Optional |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Cargo Door | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 8 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 12 | 9 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | Un-Pressurized | Un-Pressurized | 5.8 |
| Galley / Refreshment | No | No | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 6 |
| Lavatory Location | — | — | FWD |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 13100 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | PT6A-114A | PT6A-140 | PT6E-67XP |
| TBO (hrs) | 3600 | 4000 | 5000 |
| Horsepower | 675 | 867 | 1200 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 31 | ISA + 24 | ISA + 35 |
| No. of Engines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 335 | — |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | — | 402 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 37.6 | 41.6 | 47.25 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 52.1 | 52.1 | 53.33 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.4 | 5.4 | 5 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.9 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 12.8 | 16.8 | 16.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15 | 15.1 | 14 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 32 | 32 | 40 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 4.25 |