Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700
The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop business/utility aircraft optimized for short to medium missions, typically carrying about 6–9 passengers, with an extended-range capability around 1,500–2,000 nautical miles depending on payload and conditions. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel, generally configured for roughly 8–19 passengers, with range on the order of about 7,700 nautical miles. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine turbine helicopter in the light utility category, usually carrying 4–5 occupants total, with a range roughly around 300–400 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G700 is a large‑cabin, ultra‑long‑range business jet positioned near the top of the market, commonly arranged for about 10–19 passengers, with range approximately 7,500 nautical miles. Overall, the 360ER emphasizes access and economy from shorter runways, the 480B emphasizes vertical lift and local mobility, and the Global 7500 and G700 emphasize fast, nonstop long‑haul missions with large cabins.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | G700 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | — |
| Model | Passport | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 103 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 25.4 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 195 |