Daher Tbm 960 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Piper M600 Sls
The Daher TBM 960 and Piper M600 SLS are single‑engine turboprop personal/business aircraft, while the Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑turboprop business aircraft, and the Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range, large‑cabin trijet business jet. In range terms, the Falcon 8X is in a different class, offering intercontinental capability at roughly 6,400 nautical miles, suitable for nonstop long‑haul missions. The TBM 960 and M600 SLS are medium‑range performers for regional and cross‑country travel, typically around 1,500–1,700 nautical miles depending on reserves and speed settings. The Avanti EVO generally sits between them and light jets on mission flexibility, with a typical range around 1,700–1,900 nautical miles. Passenger capacity also scales with category: the Falcon 8X commonly seats about 12–16 in executive layouts; the Avanti EVO typically carries about 7–9; the TBM 960 is usually configured for 4–6 passengers plus a pilot; and the M600 SLS is similar at about 4–6 passengers plus a pilot.
| Spec | Daher TBM 960 | Dassault Falcon 8X | Piaggio Avanti EVO | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.25 | $ 7.66 | — | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 17 | 8 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Daher TBM | Dassault Falcon | Piaggio | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | TBM 960 | 8X | Avanti EVO | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Turbo Prop | — | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1730 | 6450 | 1530 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.56 | $ 0.64 | — | $ 0.55 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2908 | 36900 | 3775 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 14 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 744 | $ 3,805 | — | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 330 | 516 | 400 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,450,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $ 7,695,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 16 | 7 | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 17 | 8 | 5 |
| Galley Location | MID | FWD | — | MID |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.2 | 10.2 | 9 | 5.6 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 14 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 14390 | 29200 | 24000 | 12600 |
| Crew Rest | — | No | — | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 16 | 7 | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | No | Refreshment Centre |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 3900 | 6600 | 8644 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | TBM 960 | PW307D | PT6A–66B | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On-Condition | 3600 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 850 | — | 850 | 600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 49 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 28 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 6722 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | — | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 35.3 | 80.2 | 47.3 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 42.1 | 86.3 | 47.1 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4 | 7.7 | 6.1 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.1 | 6.2 | 5.8 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 13.4 | 42.7 | 14.9 | 12.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 123 | 1695 | — | 165 |
| Overall Height (ft) | — | 26.1 | 13.1 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | 3.5 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 29.2 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 35.2 | 20 |