Kodiak 100 vs Kodiak 900
The Kodiak 900 leads, topping 6 of 7 compared metrics.
Put the Daher Kodiak Kodiak 100 (introduced 2007) beside the Daher Kodiak Kodiak 900 (introduced 2023) and the trade-offs sharpen fast. Both are utility, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is range, where the Kodiak 900 has the advantage. undefined
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Kodiak 100 vs Kodiak 900: the key differences
- The Kodiak 900 delivers 22% more range (Kodiak 100: 1,132 nm; Kodiak 900: 1,380 nm).
- The Kodiak 900 delivers 17% more cruise speed (Kodiak 100: 183 kt; Kodiak 900: 214 kt).
- The Kodiak 100 and Kodiak 900 are evenly matched on passenger capacity, both at 10 seats.
- The Kodiak 900 is the newer design (introduced 2023 versus 2007 for the Kodiak 100), a gap of 16 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The Kodiak 900 is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (8,500 lbs versus 7,255 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
Both aircraft are built for regional and short-to-medium legs, so outright range rarely separates them — the call leans on cabin (the Kodiak 100 seats more), trip economics and what is actually available on the market. Match the airframe to how you fly most weeks, not to the headline range figure.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kodiak 900 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the Kodiak 100 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Kodiak 900 holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
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Kodiak 100 vs Kodiak 900: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Kodiak 100 or the Kodiak 900?
The Kodiak 900 has the longer published range — 1,380 nm versus 1,132 nm for the Kodiak 100.
Which is faster, the Kodiak 100 or the Kodiak 900?
The Kodiak 900 cruises faster, at 214 kt versus 183 kt for the Kodiak 100.
Which is newer, the Kodiak 100 or the Kodiak 900?
The Kodiak 900 is the newer design, introduced in 2023 versus 2007 for the Kodiak 100.
Is the Kodiak 100 or the Kodiak 900 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Kodiak 900 is the larger aircraft — 8,500 lbs versus 7,255 lbs for the Kodiak 100.
Should I buy the Kodiak 100 or the Kodiak 900?
Choose the Kodiak 900 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the Kodiak 100 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Kodiak 900 holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
Still weighing up the Kodiak 100 vs Kodiak 900?
Specs only take you so far. Our advisors give an independent recommendation based on your mission, budget and how you actually fly — and represent your side through to purchase.