Daher Tbm 960 vs Enstrom 480b vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Daher TBM 960 and Piper M600 SLS are single‑engine turboprops aimed at fast owner‑pilot travel. Both sit in the “high‑performance personal/business” category, with typical real‑world range around the 1,200–1,600 nm class depending on cruise settings and reserves. Cabin capacity is usually one pilot plus about four to six passengers, with the TBM generally optimized for higher speed and the M600 emphasizing a slightly more cost‑focused step‑up to pressurized turbine flying. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine turbine helicopter in a utility/training/light transport category. Its range is far shorter than the fixed‑wing turboprops and jet, commonly a few hundred nautical miles, and seating is typically one pilot plus three to four passengers depending on configuration and payload. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet, positioned above the turboprops for passenger-carrying and mission flexibility. Range is commonly around 1,800–2,000+ nm, and passenger capacity is typically one to two pilots plus six to eight passengers, with more space for baggage and cabin amenities.
| Spec | Daher TBM 960 | Pilatus PC-24 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.25 | $ 3.71 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Daher TBM | Pilatus | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | TBM 960 | PC-24 | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Turbo Prop | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1730 | 2076 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.56 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.55 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2908 | 6680 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 744 | $ 1,619 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 330 | 440 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,450,000 | $11,800,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 10 | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| Galley Location | MID | FWD | MID |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.2 | 9.3 | 5.6 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 14390 | 23500 | 12600 |
| Crew Rest | — | No | — |
| Jump Seat | — | No | — |
| Cargo Door | — | Yes | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 10 | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Optional Refreshment Center | Refreshment Centre |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 8644 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | TBM 960 | FJ44-4A-QPM | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 5000 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 850 | — | 600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 49 | ISA + 23 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 3435 | — |
| No. of Engines | — | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 35.3 | 52.2 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 42.1 | 55.8 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4 | 5.6 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.1 | 5.1 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 13.4 | 23 | 12.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 123 | — | 165 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | — | 17.4 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.8 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 17 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 90 | 20 |