Airbus Helicopters H225 vs Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Airbus H225 is a heavy twin‑engine helicopter optimized for vertical lift missions; its practical range is roughly 500–700 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, and it typically carries about 12–19 passengers in transport layouts. The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a long‑range twin‑turboprop business/utility airplane; it offers about 1,500–2,000 nautical miles of range and commonly seats 6–9 passengers in executive configurations (more in commuter layouts). The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel; it can fly about 7,000+ nautical miles and typically carries around 12–19 passengers, with certification limits higher depending on configuration. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop personal/business aircraft; its range is about 1,200–1,400 nautical miles and it seats up to 6 occupants including the pilot. Overall, the H225 emphasizes access and lift, the M600 SLS emphasizes simplicity and efficiency, the King Air 360ER balances runway flexibility with range, and the G700 maximizes speed, cabin size, and global reach.
| Spec | AIRBUS H225 | Gulfstream G700 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 20.87 | — | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 16 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Airbus Helicopters | Gulfstream | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | H225 | G700 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 454 | 7500 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.99 | — | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 11929 | — | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,963 | — | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | EFIS | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 142 | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 29,500,000 | $78,000,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 21 | 16 | 5 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 28 | 19 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 19 | 12 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | — | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | MID |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — |
| Lavatory | — | — | No |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | Refreshment Centre |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 12600 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 8644 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | — | No |
| Model | Makila 2A1 | Pearl 700 | PT6A-42A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | On Condition | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 2100 | — | 600 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 684 | — | 260 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18250 | — |
| Flat Rating | — | — | ISA + 55 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 63.4 | 109.9 | 29.7 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 16.3 | 25.4 | 11.3 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 53.2 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 547 | — | 165 |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 103 | 43.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | — | 8.2 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | — | 6.25 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | — | 56.9 | 12.3 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 | 20 |