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Daher Tbm 960 vs Enstrom 480b vs Piper M600 Sls vs Robinson R66

The Daher TBM 960 and Piper M600 SLS are single‑engine turboprop airplanes, while the Enstrom 480B and Robinson R66 are single‑engine turbine helicopters. In range, the TBM 960 is the clear leader, typically capable of roughly 1,500+ nautical miles with reserves depending on payload and conditions. The M600 SLS is next, generally around about 1,000–1,200 nautical miles. The R66’s practical range is much shorter, commonly on the order of roughly 300–400 nautical miles, and the 480B is similar, often a few hundred nautical miles, with mission profile and fuel fit driving results. For passenger capacity, the TBM 960 is usually configured for one pilot plus up to five passengers (six seats total), and the M600 SLS is typically one pilot plus up to five passengers as well. The Robinson R66 commonly seats one pilot plus four passengers. The Enstrom 480B is generally a five‑seat helicopter, often one pilot plus four passengers.

SpecDaher TBM 960Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 2.19
Min Crew11
Total Seats66
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMPiper
Aircraft NameTBM 960M600
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17301406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.55
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)29082200
Standard Cabin Seats44
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$3,081,400
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNoNo
Min Crew11
Total Seats65
Galley LocationMIDMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.25.6
Standard Cabin Seats44
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439012600
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesNo
ModelTBM 960PT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)35003600
Horsepower850600
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 55
No. of Engines1
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.329.7
Wingspan (ft)42.143.2
Cabin Width (ft)44.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.14
Cabin Length (ft)13.412.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123165
Overall Height (ft)11.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)20