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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Enstrom 480b vs Piper M600 Sls

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑engine turboprop business aircraft optimized for short and remote runways, typically carrying about 6 to 9 passengers, with long endurance for its class at roughly 1,500 to 1,800 nautical miles depending on load and reserves. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a large long‑range tri‑jet business jet aimed at intercontinental missions, commonly seating 12 to 16 (with higher-density options), and offering about 6,450 nautical miles of range. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine turbine helicopter suited to utility, training, and short corporate hops, usually carrying 4 to 5 occupants total, with a range around 300 to 400 nautical miles. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop personal/business aircraft with advanced automation, typically configured for 5 to 6 passengers, and ranges roughly 1,200 to 1,500 nautical miles. Overall, the Falcon 8X leads on range and cabin capacity, the King Air 360ER balances cabin utility with field performance, the M600 SLS targets owner‑pilots and efficiency, and the 480B trades range for vertical‑lift access.

SpecDassault Falcon 8XPiper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 7.66$ 2.19
Min Crew21
Total Seats176
ManufacturerDassault FalconPiper
Aircraft Name8XM600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)64501406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats16
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)369002200
Standard Cabin Seats144
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000$3,081,400
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit32
Lavatory2 Enclosed FlushingNo
Min Crew21
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats175
Galley LocationFWDMID
Max Cabin Seats16
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.25.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyRefreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats144
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2920012600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)39008644
Engine
FADECYesNo
ModelPW307DPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)On-Condition3600
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)6722
No. of Engines31
Horsepower600
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.229.7
Wingspan (ft)86.343.2
Cabin Width (ft)7.74.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.24
Cabin Length (ft)42.712.3
Overall Height (ft)26.111.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695165
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)14020