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Beechcraft King Air 360er vs Cessna Grand Caravan Ex vs Cessna Skycourier vs Daher Kodiak 100 Series Iii

All four are pressurized or utility-oriented turboprops, but they sit in different categories and mission profiles. The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑engine, pressurized business/utility aircraft aimed at fast, higher-altitude regional travel; it typically offers the longest range of this group (on the order of roughly 1,500–2,000+ nm depending on configuration) and is usually arranged for about 6–9 passengers in executive layouts. The Cessna Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine utility turboprop optimized for short, rugged sectors and mixed passenger/cargo work; it commonly seats up to about 9 passengers and has a midrange profile (often roughly 900–1,200 nm). The Cessna SkyCourier is a twin‑engine, unpressurized high‑utility hauler designed for airline-style short haul and freight; it’s typically configured for up to about 19 passengers and has range generally around the 800–1,200 nm class. The Daher Kodiak 100 Series III is a single‑engine STOL backcountry/utility aircraft; it commonly carries around 9 passengers with range broadly similar to the Caravan (often around 1,000–1,200 nm), prioritizing access over speed.

SpecBeechcraft King Air 360ERCessna Grand Caravan EXCessna SkyCourier
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 4.37$ 3.15
Min Crew112
Total Seats101021
Flight RulesIFRVFRIFR
ManufacturerBeechcraftCessnaCessna
Aircraft NameKingAir 350ERGrand Caravan EXSkyCourier
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)2338964900
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55$ 0.39
Max Cabin Seats91219
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)65853332
Standard Cabin Seats8819
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,324$ 614
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGarmin G1000 NXiGyro / Analog
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)303195200
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$8,750,000$2,695,000$7,375,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryYes (Belted Optional)NoNo
Min Crew112
Cargo DoorOptionalYesYes
Total Seats101021
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats91219
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.5Un-PressurizedUn-Pressurized
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment CenterNoNo
Standard Cabin Seats8819
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPT6A-60APT6A-140PT6A-65SC
TBO (hrs)360040006000
Horsepower10508671100
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 24
No. of Engines111
Fuel Capacity (gal)775335
Dimensions
Length (ft)46.741.654.9
Wingspan (ft)57.952.172
Cabin Width (ft)4.55.4
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.5
Cabin Length (ft)19.516.8
Overall Height (ft)14.415.119.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)19.5
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)7132