Bell 525 Relentless vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Piper M600 Sls
The Bell 525 Relentless is a twin‑engine helicopter aimed at offshore, corporate, and government missions. It typically carries around 10–16 passengers depending on configuration, but its range is much shorter than the jets—on the order of a few hundred nautical miles (roughly ~500 nm class), optimized for point‑to‑point access where runways aren’t available. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It offers the greatest range by far (about 7,700 nm) and generally accommodates roughly 14–19 passengers in high‑end cabin layouts, prioritizing long-duration comfort. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet suited to regional and transcontinental missions. Its range is roughly ~2,000–2,100 nm with about 8–9 passengers in typical executive seating, balancing runway flexibility with jet speed and cabin comfort. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop, positioned as a high‑performance owner‑pilot aircraft. It usually seats about 5–6 passengers (up to 6 total seats) and ranges around ~1,400–1,500 nm, trading jet speed for lower operating cost and simpler operations.
| Spec | Bell 525 Relentless | Bombardier Global 7500 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 14 | 10 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — | — | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Bell | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | 525 Relentless | Global 7500 | XLS+ | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 580 | 7700 | 1906 | 1406 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 9 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6675 | — | 7540 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000H | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 160 | 516 | 430 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,000,000 | $75,000,000 | $15,500,000 | $3,081,400 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 9.50 | $ 5.34 | $ 2.19 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — | — |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 0.79 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.55 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 4,900 | $ 2,303 | $ 603 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 18 | 14 | 10 | 5 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 9 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | No | — |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | No | — |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Galley | Refreshment Centre |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — | 8644 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9.3 | 5.6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 25230 | 12600 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Dual-Channel | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | CT7-2F1 | Passport | PW545C | PT6A-42A |
| Fuel Type | JetFuel | — | — | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 4000 | On-Condition | 5000 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 1800 | — | — | 600 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 641 | — | — | 260 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 18920 | 4119 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Width (ft) | 25.77 | — | — | — |
| Length (ft) | 61.58 | 111 | 52.5 | 29.7 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.58 | 8 | 5.5 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 6.2 | 5.7 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.5 | 54.5 | 18.5 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 18.18 | 27 | 17.2 | 11.3 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | 54.5 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 128 | — | 80 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | — | 104 | 56.3 | 43.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | 0.7 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 3.9 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 14.3 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 10 | 20 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 165 |