Daher Tbm 960 vs Enstrom 480b vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Robinson R66
The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop airplane optimized for fast personal and business travel; it typically carries 4–6 passengers plus a pilot (up to about 6 seats total) and offers roughly 1,400–1,700 nautical miles of range depending on load and reserves. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑turboprop business aircraft in a higher category, generally accommodating about 7–9 occupants (often 6–7 passengers plus crew) with a typical range around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles, emphasizing cabin comfort and speed over short‑field utility. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine turbine helicopter suited to utility, training, and short‑range transport; it usually seats 4–5 total and commonly has a range in the 300–400 nautical mile class. The Robinson R66 is also a single‑engine turbine helicopter, typically seating 4–5 total, with a broadly similar short‑range profile, often around 300–400 nautical miles. Overall, the TBM 960 and Avanti EVO dominate on range and cross‑country efficiency, while the 480B and R66 trade speed and distance for vertical access and confined-area operations.
| Spec | Daher TBM 960 | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.25 | — |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 8 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Daher TBM | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | TBM 960 | Avanti EVO |
| Aircraft Type | Turbo Prop | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1730 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.56 | — |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2908 | 3775 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 744 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 330 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,450,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 7 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 8 |
| Galley Location | MID | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.2 | 9 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 14390 | 24000 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 7 |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | No |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 6600 |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | TBM 960 | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 850 | 850 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 49 | ISA + 28 |
| No. of Engines | — | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 35.3 | 47.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 42.1 | 47.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.1 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 13.4 | 14.9 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 123 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | — | 13.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.5 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 35.2 |