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Daher Tbm 940 vs Epic Aircraft E1000 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx

In category, the Daher TBM 940 and Epic E1000 are high‑performance, single‑engine turboprop “personal/business” aircraft optimized for speed and efficient owner‑operation, while the Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a larger, utility‑oriented single‑engine turboprop commonly used for corporate, charter, and special‑mission roles with a more spacious cabin and higher payload flexibility. For range, all three are capable cross‑country machines, but the PC‑12 NGX and E1000 typically lead with roughly around the 1,500–1,800 nm class depending on reserves, power settings, and load, while the TBM 940 is generally closer to about 1,300–1,700 nm depending on configuration and cruise profile. Real‑world range varies significantly with passenger count, baggage, winds, and altitude. For passenger capacity, the TBM 940 and E1000 are usually configured for about 4–6 passengers plus a pilot, whereas the PC‑12 NGX can commonly seat about 6–9 passengers plus a pilot (with multiple cabin layouts), and it generally offers the most room for baggage and bulky cargo.

SpecDaher TBM 940Epic Aircraft E1000Pilatus PC-12 NGX
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 2.78
Min Crew111
Total Seats668
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMEpic AircraftPilatus
Aircraft NameTBM 940E1000PC-12 NGX
CertificationFAA / EASAin DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)173016501803
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.46
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)29082900
Standard Cabin Seats446
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 793
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Garmin G1000 NXiHoneywell Primus Apex
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330325290
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$ 3,450,000$5,350,000
Max Cabin Seats9
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNoNoOptional
Min Crew111
Total Seats668
Galley LocationMIDMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.26.75.8
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment CentreRefreshment CentreNo
Standard Cabin Seats446
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)143901800013100
Cargo DoorYes
Max Cabin Seats9
Lavatory LocationFWD
Engine
FADECYesNoYes
ModelPT6A-66DPT6A-67APT6E-67XP
TBO (hrs)350035005000
Horsepower85012001200
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 35ISA + 35
No. of Engines111
Fuel Capacity (gal)291
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.335.947.25
Wingspan (ft)42.14353.33
Cabin Width (ft)44.65
Cabin Height (ft)4.154.9
Cabin Length (ft)13.410.516.9
Overall Height (ft)14.312.514
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)3040
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.25