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Beechcraft Bonanza G36 vs Cessna Citation M2 vs Piper M350 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Beechcraft Bonanza G36 and Piper M350 are pressurized (M350) or unpressurized (G36) piston singles aimed at owner-pilots, while the Piper M600 SLS is a higher-performance single-engine turboprop, and the Cessna Citation M2 is a light twin-engine business jet. In range, the Bonanza G36 is typically the shortest-legged of the four, suitable for regional trips, while the M350 generally offers longer range than the G36 thanks to higher-altitude capability and efficiency. The M600 SLS usually extends range further again, combining turboprop cruise speeds with solid cross-country reach. The Citation M2 is designed for faster point-to-point travel and commonly delivers the longest practical trip capability in this group, especially when speed is factored into mission planning. For passenger capacity, the G36 and M350 are commonly configured for about six occupants including the pilot, with real-world comfort depending on baggage and fuel. The M600 SLS is also typically a six-seat class cabin. The Citation M2 is usually flown with one or two pilots and seats around six to seven passengers depending on configuration.

SpecBeechcraft Bonanza G36Cessna Citation M2Piper M350Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 1.16$ 3.45$ 1.34$ 2.19
Total Seats6866
Flight RulesVFRVFRIFR
ManufacturerBeechcraftCessna CitationPiperPiper
Aircraft NameBonanza G36M2M350M600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)920140013431406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.19$ 0.58$ 0.22$ 0.55
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1050381013082200
Standard Cabin Seats4644
Direct Operating Cost$ 204$ 1,395$ 285$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G3000Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)176404213274
Base Aircraft Price (USD) $925,000 $5,150,000$1,195,000$3,081,400
Min Crew11
Max Cabin Seats7
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Total Seats6865
Standard Cabin Seats4644
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted FlushingNo
Min Crew11
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Max Cabin Seats7
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.55.65.6
Galley / RefreshmentNoRefreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2202712600
Galley LocationMID
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECNoYesNoNo
ModelIO-550-BFJ44-1AP-21TIO-540-AE2APT6A-42A
Fuel TypeAvGasAvGas
TBO (hrs)1700350020003600
TBO (yrs)1212
Horsepower300350600
Fuel DeliveryFuel InjectedFuel Injected
No. of Engines1211
Fuel Capacity (gal)74492120260
Flat RatingISA + 7ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)1965
Fuel Burn (lbph)516
Dimensions
Length (ft)27.542.62929.7
Wingspan (ft)33.547.34343.2
Cabin Width (ft)3.54.84.14.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.24.844
Cabin Length (ft)12.61112.312.3
Overall Height (ft)8.61411.411.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)100165165
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)102020
Aisle Step (ft)0.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)8.8
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)4613