Daher Tbm 960 vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Daher TBM 960 and Piper M600 SLS are single‑engine turboprops aimed at owner‑pilots; they typically seat about 4–6 passengers in addition to the pilot, with ranges around roughly 1,400–1,700 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. The Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a larger, more utility‑oriented single‑engine turboprop, commonly configured for about 6–9 passengers, and offers roughly 1,600–1,800 nautical miles of range, with stronger cabin volume and cargo flexibility than the TBM or M600. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light jet designed for short/rough‑field capability and business travel; it generally carries about 6–10 passengers with a typical range around 1,900–2,000 nautical miles, trading some range for versatility and jet speed. The Embraer Praetor 600 is a midsize business jet and the step up in category; it usually seats about 8–12 passengers and delivers the longest range of this group at roughly 3,500–3,700 nautical miles, making it best suited for longer, higher‑altitude missions.
| Spec | Daher TBM 960 | Embraer Praetor 600 | Pilatus PC-12 NGX | Pilatus PC-24 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.25 | $ 6.74 | $ 2.78 | $ 3.71 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Daher TBM | Embraer | Pilatus | Pilatus | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | TBM 960 | Praetor 600 | PC-12 NGX | PC-24 | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Turbo Prop | — | — | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1730 | 4018 | 1803 | 2076 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.56 | $ 0.84 | $ 0.46 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.55 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2908 | — | — | 6680 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 744 | $ 3,141 | $ 793 | $ 1,619 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Honeywell Primus Apex | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 330 | 542 | 290 | 440 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,450,000 | $20,995,000 | $5,350,000 | $11,800,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 12 | 9 | 10 | — |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | Optional | 1 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 5 |
| Galley Location | MID | FWD | — | FWD | MID |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.2 | 9.7 | 5.8 | 9.3 | 5.6 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 14390 | 27140 | 13100 | 23500 | 12600 |
| Crew Rest | — | No | — | No | — |
| Jump Seat | — | No | — | No | — |
| Connectivity | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 12 | 9 | 10 | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | AFT | FWD | FWD | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | No | Optional Refreshment Center | Refreshment Centre |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 5800 | — | — | 8644 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | Yes | Yes | — |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | TBM 960 | HTF7500E | PT6E-67XP | FJ44-4A-QPM | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On-Condition | 5000 | 5000 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 850 | — | 1200 | — | 600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 49 | ISA + 18 | ISA + 35 | ISA + 23 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 7528 | — | 3435 | — |
| No. of Engines | — | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 1963 | — | — | 260 |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | — | 402 | — | — |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 35.3 | 68.1 | 47.25 | 52.2 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 42.1 | 70.5 | 53.33 | 55.8 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4 | 6.8 | 5 | 5.6 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.1 | 6 | 4.9 | 5.1 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 13.4 | 24.1 | 16.9 | 23 | 12.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 123 | — | — | — | 165 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | — | 21 | 14 | 17.4 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 4.7 | 4.25 | 3.8 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 21.3 | — | 17 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 110 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 45 | 40 | 90 | 20 |