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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Pilatus Pc 24

In category, the Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop designed for efficient regional missions and short or unimproved runway access, while the Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet notable for combining jet speed with strong short‑field capability. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large‑cabin long‑range business jet optimized for comfortable multi‑zone cabin travel, and the Dassault Falcon 8X sits in the ultra‑long‑range, ultra‑large‑cabin tier with the highest overall capability and intercontinental focus. For range, the King Air 360ER typically covers roughly 1,800–2,000 nautical miles depending on payload and conditions. The PC‑24 is generally around 2,000 nautical miles. The Legacy 650E extends into true long‑range territory at about 3,900 nautical miles. The Falcon 8X leads with approximately 6,450 nautical miles. Passenger capacity follows the same progression: the King Air 360ER is commonly configured for about 6–9 passengers; the PC‑24 typically seats around 6–10; the Legacy 650E often carries about 12–14; and the Falcon 8X is usually configured for roughly 12–16.

SpecDassault Falcon 8XPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 7.66$ 3.71
Min Crew21
Total Seats176
ManufacturerDassault FalconPilatus
Aircraft Name8XPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)64502076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats1610
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)369006680
Standard Cabin Seats146
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit32
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew21
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Total Seats176
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1610
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.29.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats146
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2920023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW307DFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)67223435
No. of Engines32
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.252.2
Wingspan (ft)86.355.8
Cabin Width (ft)7.75.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.25.1
Cabin Length (ft)42.723
Overall Height (ft)26.117.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.33.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.217
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)14090
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor