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Cirrus Sr22t G6 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Cirrus SR22T G6 and Piper M600 SLS sit in different categories despite both being high-end personal aircraft. The SR22T G6 is a pressurized-aspiration, single‑engine piston aircraft aimed at owner-pilots who want speed, modern avionics, and relatively lower operating complexity. The M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop designed as a step up in capability, with higher-altitude performance, more payload flexibility, and systems typical of turbine aircraft. On range, the SR22T G6 is generally a solid cross-country piston platform with typical real-world missions in the mid–to–upper hundreds of nautical miles, while the M600 SLS is built for longer legs and usually offers greater range capability overall, especially when operated with turbine-friendly cruise profiles and higher altitudes. For passenger capacity, the SR22T G6 is typically configured for four to five occupants depending on seating and loading, whereas the M600 SLS is usually arranged for up to six occupants, with a larger cabin and more practical space for passengers and baggage.

SpecPiper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 2.19
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerPiper
Aircraft NameM600
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)2200
Standard Cabin Seats4
Direct Operating Cost$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$3,081,400
Cabin
Cockpit2
LavatoryNo
Min Crew1
Total Seats5
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats4
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECNo
ModelPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)3600
Horsepower600
Flat RatingISA + 55
No. of Engines1
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)29.7
Wingspan (ft)43.2
Cabin Width (ft)4.1
Cabin Height (ft)4
Cabin Length (ft)12.3
Overall Height (ft)11.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)20