PA46 Specification Comparison
Piper M600 · Specifications
Overview
This document provides a detailed specification comparison for various models of the Piper PA-46 aircraft series, including the Piper M600. It outlines key performance metrics, dimensions, and operational capabilities of each model, making it a valuable resource for pilots and aviation enthusiasts. The specifications include powerplant details, fuel capacity, cruise speeds, maximum altitude, range, maximum takeoff weight, seating configurations, and physical dimensions. This comparison allows users to understand the differences and similarities between the models, particularly focusing on the M600, which is the latest in the series with enhanced performance and capacity.
- Powerplant: Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42A (600 shp)
- Max Cruise Speed: 274 knots
- Max Altitude: 30,000 feet
- Range with Max Fuel + Reserves: 1,484 nautical miles
- Max Takeoff Weight: 6,000 lbs
- Usable Fuel Capacity: 260 gallons
- Seating: 1 pilot + 5 passengers
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Source
Originally published by www.mmopa.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
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- Specifications
- Year
- 2018
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- 1
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- www.mmopa.com
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- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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In this document
Powerplant
The Piper M600 is equipped with a Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42A engine, providing 600 shp of power. This engine choice contributes to the aircraft's performance and efficiency, making it suitable for various flight operations.
Performance Metrics
The M600 has a maximum cruise speed of 274 knots and can reach a maximum altitude of 30,000 feet. With a range of 1,484 nautical miles when loaded with maximum fuel and reserves, it is designed for long-distance travel.
Weight and Capacity
The maximum takeoff weight for the Piper M600 is 6,000 lbs, allowing for a pilot and up to five passengers. This weight capacity is essential for planning flights and ensuring compliance with operational limits.
Dimensions
The M600 has a wingspan of 43 feet 2 inches, a height of 11 feet 4 inches, and a length of 29 feet 10 inches. These dimensions are important for hangar space and operational considerations.
Fuel Capacity
The Piper M600 has a usable fuel capacity of 260 gallons, which supports its extended range and operational flexibility.
Full document text
PA46 Specification Comparison* PPA46-310P Malibu PPA46-350P Mirage/M350 PPA46-500TP Meridian/M500 PPA46-600TP M600 Total produced** 357 676 646 99 Powerplant Continental TSIO- 520 (310 hp) Lycoming TIO-540 (350 hp) Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42A (500 shp) Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42A (600 shp) Propeller Hartzell 2-blade Hartzell 3-blade Hartzell 4-blade Hartzell 4-blade Fuel capacity 120 gallons usable) 120 gallons (usable) 170 gallons (usable) 260 gallons (usable) Typical cruise speed (true airspeed) 196 kts. 203 kts. 265 kts. 274 kts. Max altitude 25,000 ft. 25,000 ft. 30,000 ft. 30,000 ft. Range with max fuel + reserves 1,261 nm. 1,055 nm. 1,000 nm. 1,484 nm. Maximum takeoff weight 4,100 lbs. 4,340 lbs. 5,092 lbs. 6,000 lbs. Seating 1 pilot + five passengers 1 pilot + five passengers 1 pilot + five passengers 1 pilot + five passengers Wingspan 43 ft. 43 ft. 43 ft. 43 ft. 2 in. Height 11 ft. 4 in. 11 ft. 4 in. 11 ft. 4 in. 11 ft. 4 in. Length 28 ft. 10 in. 28 ft. 10 in. 29 ft. 7 in. 29 ft. 10 in. *As originally certified ** As of Dec. 31, 2018 In the late 1990s, an aftermarket variant was developed by Rocket Engineering that retrofitted the Piper Malibu/Mirage with a Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A engine. The current production DLX is equipped with the PT6A-35 engine. There have been approximately 309 aircraft converted to the JetPROP configuration. JJetPROP DLX Typical cruise speed (true airspeed) 250 kt. Max altitude 27,000 ft. Range with max fuel + reserves 1,000 nm. Max takeoff weight 4,340 lbs.