The TBM 850 offers a maximum cruise speed of 320 KTAS (at FL260 in ISA conditions). This gives TBM 850 operators the advantage of the cruising speeds typical of light jets, with the economical direct operating costs of a single-engined turboprop.

The TBM 850 offers jet performance and excellent short-field characteristics without exposing owners and pilots to the huge leap in direct operating costs, time-consuming transition training, and the insurance premiums associated with the emerging category of light jets.

In addition, the TBM 850 benefits directly from the 15 years of proven experience gained with the TBM 700.

With cruise speeds up to 320 KTAS the TBM 850 has the power to get you where you want to go.... fast, but with the economy of a single-engined turboprop.

Hot and high performance, (often a weakness for turboprops and light jets) is not an issue for the TBM 850. As an example, at an altitude of FL310 ft. in ISA +20°C conditions, the TBM 850’s cruise performance increases by more than 55 knots over the TBM 700 C2.

Climb performance is substantially better than typical turboprops.... The TBM 850’s time-to-climb is a mere 15 minutes to an altitude of FL260 (almost 25% faster than the TBM 700 C2), and 20 minutes to its service ceiling of FL310 at gross weight

The TBM 850 has much better useful load and range than typical "very light jets". This allows owners to make trips with fewer fuel stops giving them lower travel times and lower operating costs.

Fly non-stop from Chicago to Nassau in the Bahamas, from Vancouver to San Diego. Fly across Europe or Eastern Australia. Cruise at 31,000 feet after a fast climb. Descend swiftly and keep up with jets in busy terminal areas or slip into 2,100-ft strips or mountain airports. Few aircraft provide the versatility of a TBM.

The TBM 850 is certified by both EASA (the European airworthiness authority) and the US FAA.