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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop utility aircraft best suited to short-to-medium missions, regional access, and operation from shorter or less‑developed runways. Its typical range is roughly 1,500–2,000 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves, and it generally carries about 6–9 passengers in an executive layout. The Dassault Falcon 8X is an ultra‑long‑range, three‑engine business jet designed for intercontinental travel with strong short‑field performance for its class. Its range is about 6,450 nautical miles, and it commonly accommodates around 12–16 passengers, with maximum layouts higher depending on configuration. The Gulfstream G700 is a flagship large‑cabin, ultra‑long‑range business jet emphasizing cabin volume, speed, and premium multi‑zone layouts. Its range is about 7,500 nautical miles, and it typically seats around 13–19 passengers, again varying by interior. In general, the King Air prioritizes versatility and operating economics, the Falcon 8X balances range with airport flexibility, and the G700 leads on cabin size and longest reach.

SpecDassault Falcon 8XGulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit23
DOC / nm$ 7.66
Min Crew24
Total Seats1716
ManufacturerDassault FalconGulfstream
Aircraft Name8XG700
CertificationFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)64507500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64
Max Cabin Seats1619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)36900
Standard Cabin Seats1412
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit32
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew24
Crew RestNoOptional
Jump SeatYesYes
Total Seats1716
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1619
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats1412
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)29200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYes
ModelPW307DPearl 700
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition
Flat RatingISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)672218250
No. of Engines32
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.2109.9
Wingspan (ft)86.3103
Cabin Width (ft)7.78.2
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.25
Cabin Length (ft)42.756.9
Overall Height (ft)26.125.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140195
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor