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Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Piper M600 Sls

The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large-cabin business jet designed for long, comfortable corporate travel, while the Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop aimed at owner‑pilots and efficient short‑to‑midrange missions. In category terms, the Legacy 650E sits in the large/long‑range business jet class with twin jet engines, higher cruise speeds, and a substantially larger cabin, whereas the M600 SLS is a pressurized turboprop with lower operating costs and simpler logistics but less speed and cabin volume. On range, the Legacy 650E is built for long-haul flying, typically around 3,900 nautical miles, enabling many nonstop intercontinental-style routes. The M600 SLS is more regional, typically around 1,500 nautical miles, well suited to domestic point‑to‑point trips and shorter stages. For passenger capacity, the Legacy 650E commonly seats about 13 passengers (often plus crew), supporting larger groups and more baggage. The M600 SLS generally carries up to 6 passengers (plus the pilot), making it better for small parties rather than larger teams.

SpecPiper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 2.19
Min Crew1
Total Seats6
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerPiper
Aircraft NameM600
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)2200
Standard Cabin Seats4
Direct Operating Cost$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$3,081,400
Cabin
Cockpit2
LavatoryNo
Min Crew1
Total Seats5
Galley LocationMID
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats4
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECNo
ModelPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)3600
Horsepower600
Flat RatingISA + 55
No. of Engines1
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)29.7
Wingspan (ft)43.2
Cabin Width (ft)4.1
Cabin Height (ft)4
Cabin Length (ft)12.3
Overall Height (ft)11.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)20