Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Gulfstream G700
The Beechcraft King Air 360ER and Gulfstream G700 sit in very different categories. The King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop business aircraft optimized for regional missions, short and rugged runway flexibility, and efficient operations at lower speeds and altitudes. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range, large‑cabin business jet designed for high‑speed intercontinental travel and premium cabin space. In range, the King Air 360ER is suited to midrange trips, offering roughly about 1,500 nautical miles depending on payload, reserves, and conditions, making it practical for point‑to‑point flying within a region. The G700 is built for true global legs, with an advertised range around 7,500 nautical miles, enabling nonstop city pairs that the King Air cannot approach. Passenger capacity also differs markedly. The King Air 360ER typically carries around 6 to 9 passengers in executive configurations, while the G700 commonly seats about 10 to 16 passengers, with substantially more room for zones, berths, and amenities.
| Spec | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|
| Summary | |
| Cockpit | 3 |
| Min Crew | 4 |
| Total Seats | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | G700 |
| Certification | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 7500 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $78,000,000 |
| Cabin | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes |
| Total Seats | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 |
| Engine | |
| Model | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On Condition |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length (ft) | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 103 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.4 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 195 |