Beechcraft Bonanza G36 vs Beechcraft King Air 360 vs Cessna Grand Caravan Ex

The Beechcraft Bonanza G36 is a single‑engine piston aircraft aimed at personal and business travel. It typically carries about six occupants including the pilot and offers a range on the order of roughly 900–1,000 nautical miles, making it well suited to longer owner-flown trips with modest payload. The Beechcraft King Air 360 is a twin‑engine turboprop in the light business aircraft category, optimized for higher speed, greater payload, and more systems capability than the Bonanza. Passenger capacity is commonly configured for about eight to nine passengers (plus crew), and typical range is roughly 1,500 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. The Cessna Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft designed for rugged, high‑payload operations, short/soft fields, and cargo flexibility. It generally seats up to around nine passengers (plus pilot) in commuter layouts and has a typical range of about 900–1,000 nautical miles, trading speed for versatility and lift.