Cessna Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Piper M600 Sls
| Spec | Cessna Grand Caravan EX | Daher TBM 960 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 3.15 | $ 2.25 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | VFR | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Daher TBM | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | Grand Caravan EX | TBM 960 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 964 | 1730 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.39 | $ 0.56 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | — | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3332 | 2908 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 614 | $ 744 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G3000 | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 195 | 330 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $2,695,000 | $4,450,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Turbo Prop | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | No | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Cargo Door | Yes | — | — |
| Total Seats | 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | Un-Pressurized | 6.2 | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | No | — | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Galley Location | — | MID | MID |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 14390 | 12600 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 8644 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | PT6A-140 | TBM 960 | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 3500 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 867 | 850 | 600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 24 | ISA + 49 | ISA + 55 |
| No. of Engines | 1 | — | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 335 | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 41.6 | 35.3 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 52.1 | 42.1 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.4 | 4 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 16.8 | 13.4 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15.1 | — | 11.3 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 32 | — | 20 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 123 | 165 |