Daher Tbm 910 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Piper M600 Sls
The Daher TBM 910 and TBM 960 are high-performance single‑engine turboprops in the owner‑pilot/short‑trip category. Both typically offer roughly 1,500–1,700 nautical miles of range depending on reserves and payload, and usually carry about 4–6 passengers in comfort (up to 6–7 seats installed). The TBM 960 is the newer, more refined variant with similar mission size. The Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a larger, utility‑oriented single‑engine turboprop with a roomier cabin; real‑world range is often around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles, and it commonly carries 6–8 passengers (with flexible seating). The Piper M600 SLS is a lighter, simpler single‑engine turboprop, generally best for 3–5 passengers with range commonly around 1,200–1,500 nautical miles. The Embraer Praetor 600 is a super‑midsize business jet, typically seating 8–10 passengers with transcontinental range around 3,500–4,000 nautical miles. The Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is a larger large‑cabin twinjet, usually 8–10 passengers with range roughly 3,800–4,000+ nautical miles, prioritizing cabin comfort and runway performance.
| Spec | Daher TBM 910 | Daher TBM 960 | Dassault Falcon 2000LXS | Embraer Praetor 600 | Pilatus PC-12 NGX | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.25 | $ 2.25 | $ 6.38 | $ 6.74 | $ 2.78 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 6 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | — | — | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Daher TBM | Daher TBM | Dassault Falcon | Embraer | Pilatus | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | TBM 910 | TBM 960 | 2000LXS | Praetor 600 | PC-12 NGX | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1730 | 1730 | 4155 | 4018 | 1803 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.56 | $ 0.56 | $ 0.80 | $ 0.84 | $ 0.46 | $ 0.55 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2908 | 2908 | 18250 | — | — | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 744 | $ 744 | $ 3,073 | $ 3,141 | $ 793 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G3000 | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Honeywell Primus Apex | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 330 | 330 | 490 | 542 | 290 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,250,000 | $4,450,000 | $35,100,000 | $20,995,000 | $5,350,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Turbo Prop | — | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | — | 10 | 12 | 9 | — |
| Cabin | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | Optional | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 6 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Galley Location | MID | MID | FWD | FWD | — | MID |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 9.6 | 9.7 | 5.8 | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Refreshment Centre | — | Galley | Galley | No | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 14390 | 14390 | 25300 | 27140 | 13100 | 12600 |
| Crew Rest | — | — | No | No | — | — |
| Jump Seat | — | — | No | No | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | — | 10 | 12 | 9 | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | — | AFT | AFT | FWD | — |
| Connectivity | — | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 5800 | — | 8644 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | — | Yes | — |
| Engine | ||||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | PT6A-66D | TBM 960 | PW308C | HTF7500E | PT6E-67XP | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 3500 | 7000 | On-Condition | 5000 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 850 | 850 | — | — | 1200 | 600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 49 | ISA + 49 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 18 | ISA + 35 | ISA + 55 |
| No. of Engines | 1 | — | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | 37 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 291 | — | — | 1963 | — | 260 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | — | 7000 | 7528 | — | — |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | — | — | — | 402 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||||
| Length (ft) | 35.3 | 35.3 | 66.4 | 68.1 | 47.25 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 42.1 | 42.1 | 70.2 | 70.5 | 53.33 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4 | 4 | 7.7 | 6.8 | 5 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.1 | 4.1 | 6.2 | 6 | 4.9 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 13.4 | 13.4 | 26.2 | 24.1 | 16.9 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14.3 | — | 23.2 | 21 | 14 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 123 | 123 | 1024 | — | — | 165 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 30 | — | 131 | 45 | 40 | 20 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | — | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 6.3 | 4.7 | 4.25 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 17.1 | 21.3 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 110 | — | — |