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Beechcraft King Air 360 Er vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls vs Robinson R66

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop business aircraft suited to regional and remote-field operations, offering long endurance for its class (roughly 1,500–1,800 nm depending on load and reserves) and typically carrying about 6–9 passengers in an executive layout. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel, with a published range around 7,500 nm and typical seating in the teens (often 12–16, with higher-density options). The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop positioned as a personal/business aircraft, generally flying about 1,000–1,500 nm and seating up to 6, commonly 4–5 in comfort. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine helicopter for short‑range missions and flexible point‑to‑point access, with a range on the order of 300–350 nm and seating for up to 5 including the pilot (typically 4 passengers). Overall, the G700 leads in range and cabin capacity, the King Air balances versatility and efficiency, the M600 targets owner‑pilots, and the R66 prioritizes vertical access over distance.

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 Rules—IFR
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
Lavatory—No
Cabin Pressure (psi)—5.6
Galley / Refreshment—Refreshment 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
FADEC—No
Horsepower—600
Flat Rating—ISA + 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