Daher Tbm 960 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Daher TBM 960 and Piper M600 SLS are single‑engine turboprops aimed at owner‑pilots, while the Embraer Legacy 650E and Gulfstream G700 are large‑cabin business jets intended for corporate or charter missions. In range, the M600 SLS typically reaches about 1,600 nautical miles, while the TBM 960 extends to roughly 1,700–1,800 nautical miles, making it the longer‑legged turboprop of the two. Stepping up to jets, the Legacy 650E is a long‑range large‑cabin aircraft at about 3,900 nautical miles, suited to transcontinental and some transoceanic flying. The G700 sits at the top end of this group with ultra‑long‑range capability around 7,500 nautical miles, enabling missions like New York to Dubai. Passenger capacity follows the same progression: the M600 SLS is typically configured for about five to six passengers, the TBM 960 for about four to six, the Legacy 650E commonly seats around 13, and the G700 is typically arranged for roughly 13–19 depending on layout.
| Spec | Daher TBM 960 | Gulfstream G700 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.25 | — | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 16 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Daher TBM | Gulfstream | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | TBM 960 | G700 | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Turbo Prop | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1730 | 7500 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.56 | — | $ 0.55 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2908 | — | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 12 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 744 | — | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 330 | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,450,000 | $78,000,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 19 | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | — | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 16 | 5 |
| Galley Location | MID | FWD | MID |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.2 | — | 5.6 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 12 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 14390 | — | 12600 |
| Crew Rest | — | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 19 | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | Refreshment Centre |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 8644 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | — | No |
| Model | TBM 960 | Pearl 700 | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On Condition | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 850 | — | 600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 49 | — | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | — | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 35.3 | 109.9 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 42.1 | 103 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4 | 8.2 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.1 | 6.25 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 13.4 | 56.9 | 12.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 123 | — | 165 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | — | 25.4 | 11.3 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | 20 |