Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G600 vs Gulfstream G650er vs Gulfstream G750 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Daher TBM 960 and Piper M600 SLS are single‑engine turboprops aimed at owner‑pilots, typically seating about 4–6 passengers in a pressurized cabin. Their ranges are broadly in the ~1,000–1,700 nautical mile class depending on payload and reserves, suiting regional missions and shorter runways. The Gulfstream G600 is a large‑cabin, long‑range business jet, commonly configured for roughly 10–14 passengers and capable of around ~6,500 nautical miles, positioning it for intercontinental trips with a full stand‑up cabin. The Gulfstream G650ER steps up into the ultra‑long‑range category, often arranged for about 12–16 passengers, with roughly ~7,500 nautical miles of range, enabling routes such as North America to deep Asia or the Middle East with fewer stops. The Gulfstream G750 represents Gulfstream’s newest ultra‑long‑range flagship tier, again typically around 12–16 passengers, with range in the ~7,500+ nautical mile class (often cited near ~7,700 nm), optimized for maximum speed, cabin comfort, and nonstop global city pairs.
| Spec | Daher TBM 960 | Gulfstream G600 | Gulfstream G650ER | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.25 | $ 9.28 | $ 9.39 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 12 | 14 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Daher TBM | Gulfstream | Gulfstream | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | TBM 960 | G600 | G650ER | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Turbo Prop | — | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1730 | 6500 | 7500 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.56 | $ 0.93 | $ 0.78 | $ 0.55 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 2908 | 40560 | 49500 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 10 | 12 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 744 | $ 4,789 | $ 4,844 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Gulfstream PlaneView II (Primus Epic) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 330 | 516 | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $4,450,000 | $58,500,000 | $60,000,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 19 | 19 | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 12 | 14 | 5 |
| Galley Location | MID | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.2 | 10.7 | 10.7 | 5.6 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | 10 | 12 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 14390 | 31900 | 31900 | 12600 |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | Yes | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | Yes | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | 19 | 19 | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Galley | Refreshment Centre |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 8644 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | TBM 960 | PW815GA | BR725 A1-12 | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 10000 | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 850 | — | — | 600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 49 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 15680 | 16900 | — |
| No. of Engines | — | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 35.3 | 96.1 | 99.8 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 42.1 | 94.1 | 99.6 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4 | 7.6 | 8.2 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.1 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 13.4 | 45.2 | 46.9 | 12.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 123 | — | — | 165 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | — | 25.3 | 25.7 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.1 | 6.7 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 30.2 | 32.7 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 230 | 235 | 20 |