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Cessna Citation M2 vs Daher Tbm 940

The Cessna Citation M2 and the Daher TBM 940 serve different categories of private aviation. The Citation M2 is a light business jet, optimized for higher cruise speeds and the operational flexibility of jet performance, including typically smoother high-altitude flight and twin‑engine redundancy. The TBM 940 is a high-performance single‑engine turboprop, often chosen for efficiency, short-field versatility, and lower operating costs while still delivering strong point-to-point capability. In range, the TBM 940 generally offers longer maximum range than the Citation M2 in typical long-range cruise planning, making it well suited to longer nonstop legs at slightly lower speeds. The Citation M2’s range is competitive for light-jet missions but is more commonly positioned as a faster solution for shorter to mid-length trips. For passenger capacity, both are commonly flown with about four to six passengers in real-world comfort. The Citation M2 is typically configured for up to around seven passengers (plus one or two pilots), while the TBM 940 is usually arranged for up to around six passengers (plus a pilot), with cabin space and baggage needs influencing practical seating.

SpecCessna Citation M2Daher TBM 940
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 3.45$ 2.25
Min Crew11
Total Seats86
ManufacturerCessna CitationDaher TBM
Aircraft NameM2TBM 940
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)14001730
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.58$ 0.56
Max Cabin Seats7
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)38102908
Standard Cabin Seats64
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,395$ 744
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)404330
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$5,150,000$4,450,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted FlushingNo
Min Crew11
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Total Seats86
Max Cabin Seats7
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.56.2
Galley / RefreshmentNoRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats64
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2202714390
Galley LocationMID
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelFJ44-1AP-21PT6A-66D
TBO (hrs)35003500
Flat RatingISA + 7ISA + 49
Thrust (lbs)1965
No. of Engines21
Fuel Burn (lbph)516
Fuel Capacity (gal)492291
Horsepower850
Dimensions
Length (ft)42.635.3
Wingspan (ft)47.342.1
Aisle Step (ft)0.4
Cabin Width (ft)4.84
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.1
Cabin Length (ft)1113.4
Overall Height (ft)1414.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)8.8
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)46
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)30