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Daher Tbm 960 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Piper M600

The Daher TBM 960 and the Pilatus PC-12 NGX are both single‑engine turboprops, but they target slightly different missions. In category and typical use, the TBM 960 is positioned as a high‑performance, fast personal and business aircraft optimized for shorter trips where speed and efficiency matter most, while the PC‑12 NGX is a larger utility‑oriented business turboprop known for cabin volume, flexibility, and rough‑field capability. On range, both are capable cross‑country aircraft, but the TBM 960 generally offers the longer maximum range in typical published specifications, making it especially attractive for longer nonstop legs with fewer passengers and lighter baggage. The PC‑12 NGX delivers strong range as well, though its real advantage is carrying more people and payload comfortably over practical business distances. For passenger capacity, the TBM 960 is commonly flown with about four to six passengers plus a pilot depending on configuration and comfort expectations, whereas the PC‑12 NGX typically accommodates more, often six to nine passengers in executive layouts (and can be arranged for higher-density seating), making it better suited to group travel.

SpecDaher TBM 960Pilatus PC-12 NGX
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 2.25$ 2.78
Min Crew11
Total Seats68
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerDaher TBMPilatus
Aircraft NameTBM 960PC-12 NGX
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)17301803
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56$ 0.46
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)2908
Standard Cabin Seats46
Direct Operating Cost$ 744$ 793
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Honeywell Primus Apex
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330290
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$5,350,000
Max Cabin Seats9
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNoOptional
Min Crew11
Total Seats68
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.25.8
Standard Cabin Seats46
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)1439013100
Cargo DoorYes
Max Cabin Seats9
Lavatory LocationFWD
Galley / RefreshmentNo
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelTBM 960PT6E-67XP
TBO (hrs)35005000
Horsepower8501200
Flat RatingISA + 49ISA + 35
No. of Engines1
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.347.25
Wingspan (ft)42.153.33
Cabin Width (ft)45
Cabin Height (ft)4.14.9
Cabin Length (ft)13.416.9
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Overall Height (ft)14
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.25
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)40