Bell 525 Relentless vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960
The Bell 525 Relentless is a twin‑engine helicopter aimed at executive and offshore missions. It fits the rotorcraft category, typically carries about 12–16 passengers depending on layout, and offers roughly a 500–600 nautical mile class range, trading speed and range for vertical takeoff and point‑to‑point access. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a long‑range large business jet derived from the 737 MAX 9. It has by far the greatest range and cabin volume here, with range on the order of roughly 3,200–3,600 nautical miles depending on configuration, and passenger capacity that can vary widely: often around 25–50 in VIP layouts, but it can seat well over 150 in high‑density airline seating. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft for short-haul and rugged-field work, typically seating about 9–14 passengers, with range commonly around 800–1,000 nautical miles. The Daher TBM 960 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop business aircraft, typically carrying 4–6 passengers, with range roughly around 1,400–1,700 nautical miles, prioritizing speed and efficiency over capacity.
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Daher TBM 960 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Boeing | Daher TBM |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless | BBJ MAX 9 | TBM 960 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 | 6376 | 1730 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 35 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 | 77120 | 2908 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 8 | 4 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000H | Honeywell | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 160 | 470 | 330 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,000,000 | $107,700,000 | $4,450,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 15.74 | $ 2.25 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 1.97 | $ 0.56 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 7,396 | $ 744 |
| Aircraft Type | — | — | Turbo Prop |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 10 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 35 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 8 | 4 |
| Configuration | — | Green Interior | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9 | 6.2 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 24000 | 14390 |
| Lavatory | — | — | No |
| Galley Location | — | — | MID |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Dual-Channel | Yes | Yes |
| Model | CT7-2F1 | LEAP-1B | TBM 960 |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | On-Condition | 3500 |
| Horsepower | 1800 | — | 850 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 49 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 28000 | — |
| Dimensions | |||
| Width (ft) | 25.77 | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 | 138.4 | 35.3 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.58 | 11.6 | 4 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 7.1 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.5 | 107.2 | 13.4 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 18.18 | 40.3 | — |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 | 1485 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 117.9 | 42.1 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 10.7 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 100.6 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 123 |