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Interesting facts about the Socata TBM 700C1
✈ Socata builds the TBM 700C1 in Tarbes, France. The aircraft targets owner-pilots who want pressurised, single-engine turboprop speed for business travel.
✈ The 700C1 keeps the TBM family’s 6-seat cabin (pilot plus five passengers) and single-pilot IFR approval, which helps private owners and small companies.
✈ The C1 introduces a reinforced structure, a rear unpressurised cargo compartment, and an upgraded air-conditioning system compared with earlier A/B models.
✈ It uses a Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-64 rated at 700 shp, driving a four-blade Hartzell propeller for strong short-runway performance.
✈ Certification for the TBM 700C1 arrived in the early 2000s, extending the line with structural improvements before the higher-weight C2 followed.
✈ The C1 retains a maximum take-off weight of 6,579 lb, while the later C2 variant raises MTOW to 7,394 lb with strengthened gear and 20-g seats.
✈ Typical mission profiles include executive transport, private ownership, and air-taxi work. Operators value speed, range, and efficient fuel burn.
✈ Many 700C1 aircraft left the factory with Bendix/King avionics and KFC 325 autopilots; numerous airframes now feature modern Garmin glass retrofits.
Socata TBM 700C1 Specifications
Information below is a guide only. Do not use it for flight planning or operations. Model differences, equipment, modifications, and age will affect the figures. Confirm exact specifications with the seller, manufacturer, or the relevant aviation authority.
Length: 10.645 m (34.9 ft)
Wingspan: 12.680 m (41.6 ft)
Height: 4.355 m (14.3 ft)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 2,984 kg (6,579 lb)
Fuel Capacity (usable): 1,066 L (281.6 US gal)
Cruise Speed: 300 KTAS (≈556 km/h)
Range: 1,305 nm (≈2,417 km)
Service Ceiling: 9,449 m (31,000 ft)
Rate of Climb (initial): ≈1,875 ft/min (≈9.5 m/s)
Take-off Run to 15 m (50 ft): ≈650 m (2,133 ft)
Landing Run from 15 m (50 ft): ≈651 m (2,135 ft)
FAQs About the Socata TBM 700C1
How much does a Socata TBM 700C1 cost?
Values depend on year, time since overhaul, avionics, RVSM, and maintenance status. In June 2021, early-series TBM 700 values were around $770,000 and late-series 2005 TBM 700C2 about $1.2 million. Across 2024–2025, public asking prices for TBM 700-series aircraft often range from about $950,000 to $2,250,000. Well-equipped TBM 700C1 examples usually sit in the lower-to-middle portion of that band.
What are the key differences between the TBM 700C1 and 700C2?
Both add structural and systems upgrades over the A/B models. The C1 keeps the 6,579 lb MTOW. The C2 increases MTOW to 7,394 lb via reinforced gear and structure, plus 20-g crashworthy seating that supports the higher stall speed at weight.
How fast and how far does the TBM 700C1 fly?
Plan for about 300 KTAS at cruise with a typical maximum range near 1,305 nm, depending on power setting, winds, temperature, and reserve policy. The certified ceiling is 31,000 ft and the maximum operating speed is 270 KCAS.
Which engine does it use and what is the TBO?
The TBM 700C1 uses a Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-64 rated at 700 shp. The base Time Between Overhaul is 3,500 hours with a typical hot-section interval of 1,750 hours, subject to the current maintenance program and service bulletins.
What runway performance should buyers expect?
At sea level and standard conditions, typical take-off distance over a 50-ft obstacle is about 2,133 ft. Landing distance is about 2,135 ft. Initial climb averages around 1,875 ft/min, helping the aircraft reach the flight levels quickly.
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The Socata TBM 700C1 is a French single-engine turboprop designed for speed, efficiency and long-distance travel, featuring payload improvements and updated systems over earlier TBM 700 models. Discover Socata TBM 700C1 aircraft for sale worldwide on AvPay. Browse active Socata TBM 700C1 listings and find available aircraft across the USA, North America, UK, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and South America. Connect directly with aircraft brokers, private sellers, flying clubs, flight schools and manufacturers. Explore the full inventory of aircraft for sale on AvPay here!