Beechcraft King Air 260 vs Beechcraft King Air 360 vs Cessna Caravan

The Beechcraft King Air 260 and King Air 360 are twin‑engine pressurized turboprops in the light business/utility category, while the Cessna Caravan is a single‑engine turboprop commonly used for regional utility, cargo, and short‑field operations. In range terms, the King Air 260 is typically suited to mid‑range missions, roughly around the 1,500–1,700 nautical mile class depending on load and conditions, and the King Air 360 generally stretches farther, often around the 1,700–1,800+ nautical mile class, again mission‑dependent. The Caravan’s range varies widely with configuration, but it is generally shorter for passenger missions than the King Airs, commonly around the ~900–1,200 nautical mile class. Passenger capacity also differs: King Air 260 and 360 interiors are commonly configured for about 6–9 passengers in executive layouts (with maximum seating higher in commuter arrangements), whereas the Caravan typically carries about 9 passengers in standard commuter seating, with flexibility to trade seats for cargo.