Daher Tbm 940 vs Epic Aircraft E1000 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Piper M500
In category, the Daher TBM 940 and Piper M500 are high‑performance, single‑engine pressurized turboprop personal aircraft aimed at owner‑pilots, while the Epic E1000 is a newer, higher‑speed single‑engine turboprop positioned closer to the upper end of the personal/utility space. The Pilatus PC‑12 NGX sits in a larger, true utility/business turboprop category, with a more expansive cabin and stronger freight/mission flexibility. For range, the PC‑12 NGX generally offers the longest legs (often around 1,800+ nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves). The TBM 940 and Epic E1000 are typically in the mid‑to‑upper 1,000‑nautical‑mile range (commonly about 1,200–1,600 nm, mission dependent). The M500 is usually shorter‑legged than the TBM and Epic (often roughly around 1,000–1,300 nm). For passenger capacity, the PC‑12 NGX can accommodate the most, commonly flown with 6–9 seats. The TBM 940 and Epic E1000 are typically operated around 4–6 seats, and the M500 similarly is usually configured for about 4–6.
| Spec | Daher TBM 940 | Epic Aircraft E1000 | Pilatus PC-12 NGX | Piper M500 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.25 | — | $ 2.78 | $ 3.11 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 6 | 8 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Daher TBM | Epic Aircraft | Pilatus | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | TBM 940 | E1000 | PC-12 NGX | M500 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | in Development | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1730 | 1650 | 1803 | 1000 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.56 | — | $ 0.46 | $ 0.78 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2908 | 2900 | — | 1698 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 744 | — | $ 793 | $ 579 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Garmin G1000 NXi | Honeywell Primus Apex | Garmin G1000 NXi |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 330 | 325 | 290 | 260 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,450,000 | $ 3,450,000 | $5,350,000 | $2,122,600 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | — | 9 | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | No | Optional | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 6 | 8 | 5 |
| Galley Location | MID | MID | — | MID |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.2 | 6.7 | 5.8 | 5.5 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Refreshment Centre | Refreshment Centre | No | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 14390 | 18000 | 13100 | 12600 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | — | 9 | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | — | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 8244 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Model | PT6A-66D | PT6A-67A | PT6E-67XP | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 3500 | 5000 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 850 | 1200 | 1200 | 500 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 49 | ISA + 35 | ISA + 35 | ISA + 55 |
| No. of Engines | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 291 | — | — | 170 |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | — | 402 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 35.3 | 35.9 | 47.25 | 29.6 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 42.1 | 43 | 53.33 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4 | 4.6 | 5 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.1 | 5 | 4.9 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 13.4 | 10.5 | 16.9 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14.3 | 12.5 | 14 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 123 | — | — | 165 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 30 | — | 40 | 20 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 4.25 | — |