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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Enstrom 480b

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a pressurized twin‑turboprop typically used for regional business and utility flying. It sits in the “large turboprop” category, offering roughly 1,500–1,800 nautical miles of range depending on payload and conditions, and commonly carries about 6–9 passengers in executive seating (up to around 11 in high‑density layouts). The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range, three‑engine ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental missions. It delivers about 6,450 nautical miles of range and is usually configured for about 12–16 passengers, with maximum seating often cited around 19 depending on layout. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine turbine helicopter aimed at short‑haul utility, law enforcement, and corporate shuttle missions. It is in the light turbine helicopter category, with typical range on the order of about 300–400 nautical miles, and seats 4–5 people including the pilot. Overall, the Falcon 8X prioritizes long-range and cabin capacity, the King Air 360ER balances efficiency and runway flexibility, and the 480B emphasizes vertical access over range.

SpecDassault Falcon 8X
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 7.66
Min Crew2
Total Seats17
ManufacturerDassault Falcon
Aircraft Name8X
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)6450
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64
Max Cabin Seats16
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)36900
Standard Cabin Seats14
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit3
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew2
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats17
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats16
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats14
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)29200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYes
ModelPW307D
TBO (hrs)On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)6722
No. of Engines3
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.2
Wingspan (ft)86.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.7
Cabin Height (ft)6.2
Cabin Length (ft)42.7
Overall Height (ft)26.1
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140