Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M350 vs Piper M500 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Pilatus PC-12 NGX is a single‑engine turboprop optimized for utility and efficiency, typically carrying about 6 to 9 passengers depending on interior and mission, with range roughly in the 1,500 to 1,800 nautical mile class. The Pilatus PC-24 is a twin‑engine light jet aimed at faster travel and jet capability while keeping good runway flexibility; it generally seats around 6 to 10 passengers and offers a similar-to-somewhat longer typical range, roughly around 2,000 nautical miles depending on load and reserves. The Piper M350 is a pressurized single‑engine piston (high‑performance prop) suited to owner‑pilots, usually accommodating about 4 to 5 passengers plus pilot, with range commonly around 1,000 to 1,300 nautical miles. The Piper M500 and M600 SLS are single‑engine turboprops; both step up in speed and capability over the M350, generally seating about 4 to 6 passengers plus pilot. The M500’s range is typically around the 1,000 to 1,300 nautical mile class, while the M600 SLS commonly stretches farther, roughly around 1,400 to 1,600 nautical miles depending on configuration.
| Spec | Pilatus PC-12 NGX | Pilatus PC-24 | Piper M350 | Piper M500 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.78 | $ 3.71 | $ 1.34 | $ 3.11 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 8 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | VFR | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus | Pilatus | Piper | Piper | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | PC-12 NGX | PC-24 | M350 | M500 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1803 | 2076 | 1343 | 1000 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.46 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.22 | $ 0.78 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 10 | — | — | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 793 | $ 1,619 | $ 285 | $ 579 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell Primus Apex | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 290 | 440 | 213 | 260 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $5,350,000 | $11,800,000 | $1,195,000 | $2,122,600 | $3,081,400 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 6680 | 1308 | 1698 | 2200 |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | Optional | 1 Enclosed Flushing | — | No | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 |
| Cargo Door | Yes | Yes | — | — | — |
| Total Seats | 8 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 10 | — | — | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD | FWD | — | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 5.8 | 9.3 | 5.6 | 5.5 | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | No | Optional Refreshment Center | — | Refreshment Centre | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 13100 | 23500 | — | 12600 | 12600 |
| Crew Rest | — | No | — | — | — |
| Jump Seat | — | No | — | — | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | — | MID | MID |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 8244 | 8644 |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| Model | PT6E-67XP | FJ44-4A-QPM | TIO-540-AE2A | PT6A-42A | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 5000 | 2000 | 3600 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 1200 | — | 350 | 500 | 600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 35 | ISA + 23 | — | ISA + 55 | ISA + 55 |
| No. of Engines | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | 402 | — | — | — | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 3435 | — | — | — |
| Fuel Type | — | — | AvGas | — | — |
| TBO (yrs) | — | — | 12 | — | — |
| Fuel Delivery | — | — | Fuel Injected | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 120 | 170 | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 47.25 | 52.2 | 29 | 29.6 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 53.33 | 55.8 | 43 | 43.2 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5 | 5.6 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.9 | 5.1 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 16.9 | 23 | 12.3 | 12.3 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14 | 17.4 | 11.4 | 11.3 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 4.25 | 3.8 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 40 | 90 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 17 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 165 | 165 | 165 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 13 | — | — |