Cessna Citation M2 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Cessna Citation M2 is a light twin‑jet optimized for fast, short business trips. It typically offers about 1,550 nautical miles of range and is usually flown with 4–6 passengers in a 6–7 seat cabin. The Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a single‑engine turboprop known for efficiency and rough/short‑field flexibility; it commonly delivers roughly 1,700–1,800 nautical miles of range and can carry about 6–8 passengers depending on interior layout. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light twin‑jet positioned as a “super versatile” business jet with strong short‑field performance; it generally provides around 2,000 nautical miles of range and typically seats 6–8 passengers, with higher maximum seating in commuter-style configurations. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop aimed at owner‑operators, offering about 1,500 nautical miles of range and usually accommodating around 5–6 passengers. In short, the M2 and PC‑24 trade turboprop efficiency for jet speed, while the PC‑12 NGX and M600 emphasize operating flexibility and lower operating costs.
| Spec | Cessna Citation M2 | Pilatus PC-12 NGX | Pilatus PC-24 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 3.45 | $ 2.78 | $ 3.71 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 8 | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Pilatus | Pilatus | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | M2 | PC-12 NGX | PC-24 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1400 | 1803 | 2076 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.58 | $ 0.46 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 7 | 9 | 10 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3810 | — | 6680 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 6 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,395 | $ 793 | $ 1,619 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Honeywell Primus Apex | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 404 | 290 | 440 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $5,150,000 | $5,350,000 | $11,800,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | — | IFR |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | Optional | 1 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | — | No | — |
| Jump Seat | No | — | No | — |
| Total Seats | 8 | 8 | 6 | 5 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 7 | 9 | 10 | — |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | FWD | FWD | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.5 | 5.8 | 9.3 | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | No | No | Optional Refreshment Center | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 6 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 22027 | 13100 | 23500 | 12600 |
| Cargo Door | — | Yes | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | — | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 8644 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | FJ44-1AP-21 | PT6E-67XP | FJ44-4A-QPM | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 5000 | 5000 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 7 | ISA + 35 | ISA + 23 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 1965 | — | 3435 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 516 | — | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 492 | — | — | 260 |
| Horsepower | — | 1200 | — | 600 |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | 402 | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 42.6 | 47.25 | 52.2 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 47.3 | 53.33 | 55.8 | 43.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 5 | 5.6 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 4.9 | 5.1 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 11 | 16.9 | 23 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14 | 14 | 17.4 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 4.25 | 3.8 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 8.8 | — | 17 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 46 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 40 | 90 | 20 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 165 |