Cirrus Vision Jet G2 vs Daher Tbm 940
The Cirrus Vision Jet G2 and the Daher TBM 940 sit in different aircraft categories and are typically chosen for different mission profiles. The Vision Jet G2 is a single‑engine very light jet designed for owner‑pilots who want jet speed and simplified operation, often for regional trips with family or a small group. The TBM 940 is a single‑engine high‑performance turboprop that targets fast, efficient point‑to‑point travel with strong short‑field versatility and lower operating costs than many jets. On range, the TBM 940 generally offers the longer practical reach, commonly around 1,700+ nautical miles depending on power settings and payload, while the Vision Jet G2 is typically closer to about 1,200 nautical miles in similar real‑world planning. For passenger capacity, both are often operated with a pilot plus several passengers: the Vision Jet cabin is commonly configured for up to five passengers (with an additional small “kid seat” option in some configurations), whereas the TBM 940 typically seats up to five passengers behind the pilot, for a similar overall headcount but a different cabin experience and baggage flexibility.
| Spec | Cirrus Vision Jet G2 | Daher TBM 940 |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.37 | $ 2.25 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cirrus | Daher TBM |
| Aircraft Name | SF50 G2 | TBM 940 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1219 | 1730 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.56 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 5 | — |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2450 | 2908 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 3 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 711 | $ 744 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Cirrus Perspective Touch+ (G3000) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 311 | 330 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $2,315,000 | $4,450,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 5 | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.4 | 6.2 |
| Galley / Refreshment | No | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 3 | 4 |
| Galley Location | — | MID |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 14390 |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | FJ33-5A | PT6A-66D |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | 3500 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 10 | ISA + 49 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 1846 | — |
| No. of Engines | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 358 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 320 | 291 |
| Horsepower | — | 850 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 30.7 | 35.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 38.7 | 42.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.1 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 11.5 | 13.4 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 10.9 | 14.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 9.8 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 30 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 24 | 30 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 4.1 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 123 |