Daher Tbm 940 vs Epic Aircraft E1000 vs Piper M500
| Spec | Daher TBM 940 | Epic Aircraft E1000 | Piper M500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.25 | — | $ 3.11 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Daher TBM | Epic Aircraft | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | TBM 940 | E1000 | M500 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | in Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1730 | 1650 | 1000 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.56 | — | $ 0.78 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2908 | 2900 | 1698 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 744 | — | $ 579 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G1000 NXi |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 330 | 325 | 260 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,450,000 | $ 3,450,000 | $2,122,600 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | No | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| Galley Location | MID | MID | MID |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.2 | 6.7 | 5.5 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Refreshment Centre | Refreshment Centre | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 14390 | 18000 | 12600 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 8244 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | No | No |
| Model | PT6A-66D | PT6A-67A | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 3500 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 850 | 1200 | 500 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 49 | ISA + 35 | ISA + 55 |
| No. of Engines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 291 | — | 170 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 35.3 | 35.9 | 29.6 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 42.1 | 43 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4 | 4.6 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.1 | 5 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 13.4 | 10.5 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14.3 | 12.5 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 123 | — | 165 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 30 | — | 20 |