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Daher Tbm 960 vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Daher TBM 960 and Piper M600 SLS are single‑engine turboprop personal/business aircraft, while the Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine turbine helicopter, and the Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet. In range terms, the G700 is in a different class, capable of intercontinental missions (roughly around 7,000+ nautical miles), whereas the TBM 960 and M600 SLS are medium‑range turboprops typically suited to regional to transcontinental U.S. legs (on the order of roughly 1,000–1,700 nautical miles depending on conditions and reserves). The Enstrom 480B’s range is much shorter, generally a few hundred nautical miles, reflecting helicopter mission profiles. Passenger capacity also separates them: the G700 typically carries a large party in a multi‑zone cabin (often configured for about 10–19 passengers). The TBM 960 and M600 SLS generally seat about 4–6 passengers plus a pilot, optimized for speed and efficiency with smaller cabins. The Enstrom 480B usually carries a pilot plus a small group (commonly up to four total occupants), prioritizing vertical access over cabin volume and long range.

SpecDaher TBM 960Gulfstream G700Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 2.19
Min Crew141
Total Seats6166
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMGulfstreamPiper
Aircraft NameTBM 960G700M600
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)173075001406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.55
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)29082200
Standard Cabin Seats4124
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330516274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$78,000,000$3,081,400
Max Cabin Seats19
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNoNo
Min Crew141
Total Seats6165
Galley LocationMIDFWDMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.25.6
Standard Cabin Seats4124
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439012600
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Max Cabin Seats19
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesNo
ModelTBM 960Pearl 700PT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition3600
Horsepower850600
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines21
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.3109.929.7
Wingspan (ft)42.110343.2
Cabin Width (ft)48.24.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.16.254
Cabin Length (ft)13.456.912.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123165
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Overall Height (ft)25.411.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19520