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Daher Tbm 960 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Piper M600 Sls

All three are single‑pilot‑friendly turboprops, but they target different missions. The Daher TBM 960 is best described as a high‑performance, pressurized single‑engine personal/business aircraft, optimized for speed and efficient point‑to‑point travel. The Piper M600 SLS sits in the same general category—pressurized single‑engine turboprop—but emphasizes simplified operations and avionics/automation for owner‑pilots, typically trading a bit of outright performance for approachability and cost consciousness. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a distinct step into the light business aircraft class with a pressurized twin‑turboprop design, geared more toward corporate transport and cabin comfort. On range, the TBM 960 generally offers the longest reach among these, suitable for longer nonstop legs; the M600 SLS is usually somewhat shorter‑range but still solid for regional missions; the Avanti EVO is typically in the same broad bracket as the singles, often comparable to the M600 and depending on payload and reserves. For passenger capacity, the TBM 960 and M600 SLS are commonly arranged for about five to six passengers plus a pilot, while the Avanti EVO typically accommodates more—often six to seven passengers—thanks to its larger cabin.

SpecDaher TBM 960Piaggio Avanti EVOPiper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 2.19
Min Crew111
Total Seats686
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMPiaggioPiper
Aircraft NameTBM 960Avanti EVOM600
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)173015301406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.55
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)290837752200
Standard Cabin Seats464
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330400274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$ 7,695,000$3,081,400
Max Cabin Seats7
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryNoNoNo
Min Crew111
Total Seats685
Galley LocationMIDMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.295.6
Standard Cabin Seats464
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)143902400012600
Max Cabin Seats7
Galley / RefreshmentNoRefreshment Centre
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)66008644
Engine
FADECYesYesNo
ModelTBM 960PT6A–66BPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)350036003600
Horsepower850850600
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 28ISA + 55
No. of Engines21
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.347.329.7
Wingspan (ft)42.147.143.2
Cabin Width (ft)46.14.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.15.84
Cabin Length (ft)13.414.912.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123165
Overall Height (ft)13.111.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.5
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)35.220