Pilatus PC-12 vs Epic E1000

The E1000 (fast carbon single) and Pilatus PC-12 (big-cabin utility single) compare speed against cabin/utility.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Pilatus PC-12
For sale now
65
Median asking
$4,199,900
Range
$2,572,000–$5,747,500
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
32
Source marketplaces
6
Model years available
1995–2024
Epic E1000
For sale now
10
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
3
Source marketplaces
4
Model years available
2020–2025

Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.

Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Pilatus PC-12Epic E1000
All events231
Serious00
Fatal121
Fatalities534
% Fatal52%100%
View full Pilatus PC-12 NTSB record →View full Epic E1000 NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Pilatus PC-12 Epic E1000
Pilatus PC-12
View 18 listings →
Median $4,199,900
 Epic E1000
View 9 listings →
Median $3,849,000
Price Range $2,572,000 – $5,747,500 $3,759,900 – $4,614,900
Category Single Engine Turboprop Single Engine Turboprop
Model Specifications
Seats 10 6
Cruise Speed 260 kts (482 km/h) 333 kts (617 km/h)
Range 1,803 nm (3,339 km) 1,560 nm (2,889 km)
Service Ceiling 30,000 ft (9,144 m) —
Max Gross Weight 10,450 lbs (4,740 kg) 8,000 lbs (3,629 kg)
Useful Load 3,610 lbs (1,637 kg) —
Fuel Capacity 402.0 gal (1522 L) —
Fuel Burn 60.0 GPH (227 L/h) 40.0 GPH (151 L/h)
TBO 3,500 hrs 3,600 hrs
Overhaul Cost $500,000 $350,000
Annual Fixed $180,000 $80,000
Hourly Variable $900 $600
Engines 1 x Turboprop 1 x Turboprop

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Pilatus PC-12

Fuel$330/hr
Variable$900/hr
Annual Fixed$180,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $360,000/yr

Epic E1000

Fuel$220/hr
Variable$600/hr
Annual Fixed$80,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $200,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Pilatus PC-12 or Epic E1000?

Bottom line: Choose the PC-12 for the largest cabin, cargo door and utility versatility; choose the E1000 for much higher speed (~330 vs ~285 kt) in a sleeker airframe. PC-12 = cabin/utility; E1000 = speed. ================================================================ # CROSS-REFS — Daher/Pilatus mirrors. Epic LT = experimental kit predecessor.

Pick the PC-12 if…

  • Budget matters — from $2,572,000 vs $3,759,900, you save ~$1,187,900.
  • More seats — 10 vs 6.
  • Longer range — 1803 nm vs 1560 nm.
  • More inventory — 18 listings vs 9.

Pick the E1000 if…

  • Lower operating cost — ~$600/hr vs $900/hr.
  • Faster cruise — 333 kts vs 260 kts.
  • Newer design — production from 2017 vs 1994.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Pilatus PC-12 or Epic E1000?
It depends on your mission and budget. The PC-12 cruises at 260 kts with 1,803 nm range. The E1000 cruises at 333 kts with 1,560 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Epic E1000: from $4,650,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Pilatus PC-12 and Epic E1000?
PC-12 engine: Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67B. Seats: 10 vs 6. Cruise: 260 vs 333 kts. Range: 1803 vs 1560 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
PC-12: about $900/hr variable cost. E1000: about $600/hr variable cost. Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
PC-12: 10 seats / 3,610 lb useful load. E1000: 6 seats. Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
PC-12: 3,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$500,000. E1000: 3,600-hour TBO, overhaul ~$350,000. Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data