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Bell 525 Relentless vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700

The Bell 525 Relentless is a fly-by-wire super‑medium helicopter suited to point-to-point regional missions and offshore work, typically carrying about 12–16 passengers with a practical range around 500–600 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop optimized for owner‑pilot or small team travel, usually seating 4–6 in comfort (up to about 6–7 total), with roughly 1,700–1,800 nautical miles of range. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet aimed at intercontinental executive travel, commonly configured for about 13–19 passengers (certified higher), and capable of roughly 7,500 nautical miles. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a VIP airliner/“bizliner” platform emphasizing space and long-haul capability; while it can be outfitted in many layouts, it often supports a few dozen passengers in luxurious arrangements and can reach roughly 6,000–6,600 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves. Overall, the TBM 960 and Bell 525 focus on smaller groups and shorter ranges, while the G700 and BBJ MAX 9 target long-range corporate or head-of-state missions with far greater cabin volume.

SpecBell 525 RelentlessBoeing BBJ MAX 9Daher TBM 960Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit2223
Min Crew2414
Total Seats1812616
Flight RulesIFRIFR
ManufacturerBellBoeingDaher TBMGulfstream
Aircraft Name525 RelentlessBBJ MAX 9TBM 960G700
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)580637617307500
Max Cabin Seats163519
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)6675771202908
Standard Cabin Seats168412
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000HHoneywellGarmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160470330516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000$107,700,000$4,450,000$78,000,000
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 2.25
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.56
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 744
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2414
Total Seats1810616
Max Cabin Seats163519
Standard Cabin Seats168412
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Cabin Pressure (psi)96.2
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400014390
LavatoryNo
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECDual-ChannelYesYes
ModelCT7-2F1LEAP-1BTBM 960Pearl 700
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000On-Condition3500On Condition
Horsepower1800850
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)641
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 49
Thrust (lbs)2800018250
Dimensions
Width (ft)25.77
Length (ft)61.58138.435.3109.9
Cabin Width (ft)7.5811.648.2
Cabin Height (ft)4.57.14.16.25
Cabin Length (ft)15.5107.213.456.9
Overall Height (ft)18.1840.325.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)54.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1281485
Wingspan (ft)117.942.1103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195