Bell 525 Relentless vs Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Robinson R66
The Bell 525 Relentless is a twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore and corporate shuttle missions, typically carrying about 16 passengers with a practical range on the order of 500–600 nautical miles. The Robinson R66 is a smaller, single‑engine turbine helicopter for light utility and private use, usually seating 4 passengers plus a pilot, with roughly 300–350 nautical miles of range. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel, commonly configured for about 13–19 passengers, with an advertised range around 7,500 nautical miles. The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, VIP-configured airliner derivative intended for head‑of‑state or high-capacity corporate travel; it can be outfitted for a few dozen to well over 50 passengers depending on layout, and offers intercontinental range roughly in the 6,000–6,600 nautical mile class. Overall, the helicopters trade speed and range for vertical lift and access, while the G700 and BBJ MAX 9 prioritize long-range, high-speed comfort, with the BBJ emphasizing space and capacity and the G700 emphasizing private-jet efficiency and airport flexibility.
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 12 | 16 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Boeing | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless | BBJ MAX 9 | G700 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 | 6376 | 7500 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 35 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 | 77120 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 8 | 12 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000H | Honeywell | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 160 | 470 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,000,000 | $107,700,000 | $78,000,000 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 15.74 | — |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 1.97 | — |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 7,396 | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 10 | 16 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 35 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 8 | 12 |
| Configuration | — | Green Interior | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 24000 | — |
| Crew Rest | — | — | Optional |
| Jump Seat | — | — | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | — | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | — | FWD / AFT |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Dual-Channel | Yes | — |
| Model | CT7-2F1 | LEAP-1B | Pearl 700 |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | On-Condition | On Condition |
| Horsepower | 1800 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 28000 | 18250 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Width (ft) | 25.77 | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 | 138.4 | 109.9 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.58 | 11.6 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 7.1 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.5 | 107.2 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 18.18 | 40.3 | 25.4 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 | 1485 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 117.9 | 103 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 10.7 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 100.6 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 195 |