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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop typically used for short to medium regional missions, offering roughly 1,500–1,800 nm of range depending on payload and reserves, and usually seating about 6–9 passengers in a commuter-style cabin. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet suited to longer point‑to‑point travel, with about 2,000–2,100 nm of range and a typical configuration of 8–9 passengers, trading turboprop efficiency for higher cruise speeds and jet comfort. The Gulfstream G700 sits in the ultra‑long‑range, large‑cabin category, designed for intercontinental trips; it offers around 7,500 nm of range and commonly carries 10–19 passengers depending on layout, with substantially more cabin volume and amenities than the others. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high‑speed turboprop with a distinctive configuration, generally positioned between traditional turboprops and light jets; it offers about 1,600–1,900 nm of range and typically seats 6–7 passengers, emphasizing speed and efficiency for regional to midrange routes.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+Gulfstream G700Piaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 5.34
Min Crew241
Total Seats10168
ManufacturerCessna CitationGulfstreamPiaggio
Aircraft NameXLS+G700Avanti EVO
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)190675001530
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67
Max Cabin Seats9197
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)75403775
Standard Cabin Seats8126
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckRockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430516400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000$78,000,000$ 7,695,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted FlushingNo
Min Crew241
Crew RestNoOptional
Jump SeatNoYes
Total Seats10168
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats9197
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.39
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyNo
Standard Cabin Seats8126
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2523024000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW545CPearl 700PT6A–66B
TBO (hrs)5000On Condition3600
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 28
Thrust (lbs)411918250
No. of Engines222
Horsepower850
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.5109.947.3
Wingspan (ft)56.310347.1
Aisle Step (ft)0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.58.26.1
Cabin Height (ft)5.76.255.8
Cabin Length (ft)18.556.914.9
Overall Height (ft)17.225.413.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.93.5
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)80
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1019535.2