Cessna Citation Xls vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Cessna Citation XLS+ and Pilatus PC-24 are light jets aimed at fast, high-altitude business travel, while the Daher TBM 960 and Piper M600 SLS are single‑engine turboprops optimized for efficiency and shorter-field flexibility. In range terms, the XLS+ typically offers roughly about 2,000–2,100 nautical miles, making it strong for mid-length jet missions. The PC-24 is commonly around 2,000 nautical miles depending on configuration, with the added advantage of operating from shorter or unimproved runways compared with many jets. The TBM 960 generally leads this group on maximum range at about 1,700–1,800 nautical miles, excelling in fuel-efficient point-to-point travel. The M600 SLS is usually shorter-legged, around 1,400–1,500 nautical miles, but remains capable for regional missions. For passenger capacity, the PC-24 is the largest, typically seating 6–8 (and can be configured higher). The XLS+ commonly seats about 7–9 in executive layouts. The TBM 960 and M600 SLS generally carry around 4–6 passengers in comfort (up to about 6 total seats in typical configurations).
| Spec | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Daher TBM 960 | Pilatus PC-24 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 5.34 | $ 2.25 | $ 3.71 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Daher TBM | Pilatus | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | XLS+ | TBM 960 | PC-24 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1906 | 1730 | 2076 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.67 | $ 0.56 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | — | 10 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 7540 | 2908 | 6680 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,303 | $ 744 | $ 1,619 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 430 | 330 | 440 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,500,000 | $4,450,000 | $11,800,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | — | IFR |
| Aircraft Type | — | Turbo Prop | — | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | — | No | — |
| Jump Seat | No | — | No | — |
| Total Seats | 10 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | MID | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | — | 10 | — |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | — | FWD | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.3 | 6.2 | 9.3 | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | Optional Refreshment Center | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 25230 | 14390 | 23500 | 12600 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 8644 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | PW545C | TBM 960 | FJ44-4A-QPM | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 3500 | 5000 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 10 | ISA + 49 | ISA + 23 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 4119 | — | 3435 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | — | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | 850 | — | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 52.5 | 35.3 | 52.2 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 56.3 | 42.1 | 55.8 | 43.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.7 | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.5 | 4 | 5.6 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 5.7 | 4.1 | 5.1 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 18.5 | 13.4 | 23 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 17.2 | — | 17.4 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.9 | — | 3.8 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 14.3 | — | 17 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 80 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 10 | — | 90 | 20 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 123 | — | 165 |