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Daher Kodiak 100 Series Iii vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Piper M600 Sls

The Daher Kodiak 100 Series III is a rugged utility turboprop aimed at short, unimproved strips and lower-speed regional work. It typically carries about 8–10 occupants depending on configuration, and its range is generally around the 1,000–1,200 nm class, prioritizing payload and field performance over cruise speed. The Daher TBM 960 is a high-performance single-engine turboprop optimized for fast personal and business travel. Passenger capacity is usually 4–6 plus a pilot (up to about 6–7 seats total depending on layout), and range is roughly in the 1,500–1,700 nm class, emphasizing speed and efficiency. The Pilatus PC-12 NGX sits between utility and executive transport, with a large cabin and strong runway flexibility. It commonly seats 6–9, and range is typically around 1,700–1,800 nm, making it a versatile long-range single. The Piper M600 SLS is a pressurized personal turboprop below the TBM/PC-12 in size and performance. It generally seats 5–6, with range around 1,200–1,400 nm, focusing on owner-pilot operations and avionics automation.

SpecDaher TBM 960Pilatus PC-12 NGXPiper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 2.78$ 2.19
Min Crew111
Total Seats686
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMPilatusPiper
Aircraft NameTBM 960PC-12 NGXM600
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)173018031406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.46$ 0.55
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)29082200
Standard Cabin Seats464
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 793$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Honeywell Primus ApexGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330290274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$5,350,000$3,081,400
Max Cabin Seats9
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNoOptionalNo
Min Crew111
Total Seats685
Galley LocationMIDMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.25.85.6
Standard Cabin Seats464
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)143901310012600
Cargo DoorYes
Max Cabin Seats9
Lavatory LocationFWD
Galley / RefreshmentNoRefreshment Centre
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesYesNo
ModelTBM 960PT6E-67XPPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)350050003600
Horsepower8501200600
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 35ISA + 55
No. of Engines11
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.347.2529.7
Wingspan (ft)42.153.3343.2
Cabin Width (ft)454.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.14.94
Cabin Length (ft)13.416.912.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123165
Overall Height (ft)1411.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.25
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)4020