Socata TBM 900 vs Epic E1000

The Epic E1000 and Daher TBM are the two fastest single-engine turboprops — both ~330 kt PT6-powered pressurised singles, the E1000 all-carbon, the TBM the established market leader.

Live Market Snapshot

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

Socata TBM 900
For sale now
11
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
4
Source marketplaces
5
Model years available
2014–2023
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)Socata TBM 900Epic E1000
All events—1
Serious—0
Fatal—1
Fatalities—4
% Fatal—100%
View full Socata TBM 900 NTSB record →View full Epic E1000 NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Socata TBM 900 Epic E1000
Socata TBM 900
View 10 listings →
Median $2,970,000
 Epic E1000
View 9 listings →
Median $3,849,000
Price Range $2,737,500 – $3,041,000 $3,759,900 – $4,614,900
Category Single Engine Turboprop Single Engine Turboprop
Model Specifications
Seats 6 6
Cruise Speed — 333 kts (617 km/h)
Range — 1,560 nm (2,889 km)
Max Gross Weight — 8,000 lbs (3,629 kg)
Fuel Burn — 40.0 GPH (151 L/h)
TBO — 3,600 hrs
Overhaul Cost — $350,000
Annual Fixed — $80,000
Hourly Variable — $600
Engines — 1 x Turboprop

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Socata TBM 900

Epic E1000

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

Which Should You Buy: Socata TBM 900 or Epic E1000?

Bottom line: Choose the TBM for the proven fleet, support network and resale; choose the Epic E1000 for comparable speed with a roomier carbon cabin, often at lower acquisition cost. TBM = proven/support; E1000 = cabin/value.

Pick the TBM 900 if…

  • Budget matters — from $2,737,500 vs $3,759,900, you save ~$1,022,400.
  • More inventory — 10 listings vs 9.

Pick the E1000 if…

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Socata TBM 900 or Epic E1000?
It depends on your mission and budget. 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 Socata TBM 900 and Epic E1000?
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
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?
TBM 900: 6 seats. 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?
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