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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop utility aircraft suited to regional and remote operations, offering long endurance for its class (roughly 1,500–1,800 nm) and typically seating about 6–9 passengers depending on configuration. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine turbine helicopter, optimized for short‑range missions and vertical access; its range is far shorter (about 300–400 nm) and it generally carries around 4–5 passengers plus a pilot. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel, with range on the order of 7,000+ nm and a typical passenger load around 13–19 (with higher-density layouts possible). The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop personal/business aircraft, positioned between owner‑flown utility and light business travel, with range roughly 1,000–1,400 nm and seating commonly 5–6 passengers. Overall, the G700 leads by a wide margin in range and cabin capacity, the King Air 360ER emphasizes versatile regional capability, the M600 SLS targets efficient owner operations, and the 480B trades speed and range for helicopter access.

SpecGulfstream G700Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit32
Min Crew41
Total Seats166
ManufacturerGulfstreamPiper
Aircraft NameG700M600
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)75001406
Max Cabin Seats19
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats124
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$3,081,400
DOC / nm$ 2.19
Flight RulesIFR
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55
Useful Load (lbs)2200
Direct Operating Cost$ 603
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew41
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats165
Galley LocationFWDMID
Max Cabin Seats19
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Standard Cabin Seats124
LavatoryNo
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
ModelPearl 700PT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)On Condition3600
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines21
FADECNo
Horsepower600
Flat RatingISA + 55
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.929.7
Wingspan (ft)10343.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.24.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.254
Cabin Length (ft)56.912.3
Overall Height (ft)25.411.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19520
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165