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Cessna Caravan vs Cirrus Vision Jet G2 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx

The Cessna Caravan is a rugged, single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for short, rough-field operations and flexible cargo or commuter missions. Its typical range is roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on payload and configuration, and it commonly carries about 9–14 passengers (or comparable cargo volume), making it a workhorse for remote and high-cycle operations. The Cirrus Vision Jet G2 is a single‑engine very light jet focused on personal and small-business travel, prioritizing speed, comfort, and simplified owner-pilot flying. Its range is about 1,200 nautical miles, and it typically seats 4–5 passengers plus a pilot (often marketed as up to seven seats including smaller, occasional-use positions), best suited to light loads and longer point-to-point trips. The Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a premium single‑engine turboprop that bridges utility and executive travel, offering strong short-field capability with higher cruise efficiency and cabin refinement. Its range is generally about 1,600–1,800 nautical miles, and it typically carries 6–9 passengers in executive layouts (up to around 10 in higher-density configurations).

SpecCessna CaravanCirrus Vision Jet G2Pilatus PC-12 NGX
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 3.07$ 2.37$ 2.78
Min Crew111
Total Seats1058
Flight RulesVFRIFR
ManufacturerCessnaCirrusPilatus
Aircraft NameCaravanSF50 G2PC-12 NGX
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)107012191803
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.38$ 0.79$ 0.46
Max Cabin Seats959
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)33052450
Standard Cabin Seats836
Direct Operating Cost$ 571$ 711$ 793
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiCirrus Perspective Touch+ (G3000)Honeywell Primus Apex
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)186311290
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$2,355,000$2,315,000$5,350,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNoNoOptional
Min Crew111
Cargo DoorYesYes
Total Seats1058
Max Cabin Seats959
Cabin Pressure (psi)Un-Pressurized6.45.8
Galley / RefreshmentNoNoNo
Standard Cabin Seats836
Lavatory LocationFWD
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)13100
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPT6A-114AFJ33-5APT6E-67XP
TBO (hrs)360040005000
Horsepower6751200
Flat RatingISA + 31ISA + 10ISA + 35
No. of Engines111
Thrust (lbs)1846
Fuel Burn (lbph)358
Fuel Capacity (gal)320
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Dimensions
Length (ft)37.630.747.25
Wingspan (ft)52.138.753.33
Cabin Width (ft)5.45.15
Cabin Height (ft)4.54.9
Cabin Length (ft)12.811.516.9
Overall Height (ft)1510.914
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)322440
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.14.25
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)9.8
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)30