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Bell 525 Relentless vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700

The Bell 525 Relentless is a fly-by-wire, super‑medium helicopter optimized for point-to-point vertical access rather than long overland cruise; its practical range is roughly in the 500–600 nautical mile class, typically carrying about 12–16 passengers depending on configuration. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft geared for short, rugged strips and regional hauling; it commonly seats 9–14 passengers and offers about 900–1,000 nautical miles of range with reserves, varying with payload and conditions. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range trijet business jet aimed at intercontinental missions, generally accommodating around 12–16 passengers with a range near 6,400 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet positioned above the 8X in cabin volume and typically in range; it often seats about 13–19 passengers and is rated around 7,500 nautical miles. Overall, the 525 prioritizes access, the Caravan prioritizes versatility, and the 8X and G700 prioritize nonstop global reach and premium cabins.

SpecBell 525 RelentlessDassault Falcon 8XGulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit223
Min Crew224
Total Seats181716
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerBellDassault FalconGulfstream
Aircraft Name525 Relentless8XG700
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)58064507500
Max Cabin Seats161619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)667536900
Standard Cabin Seats161412
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000HHoneywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000$ 62,500,000$78,000,000
DOC / nm$ 7.66
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805
Cabin
Cockpit232
Min Crew224
Total Seats181716
Max Cabin Seats161619
Standard Cabin Seats161412
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNoOptional
Jump SeatYesYes
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)29200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECDual-ChannelYes
ModelCT7-2F1PW307DPearl 700
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000On-ConditionOn Condition
Horsepower1800
No. of Engines232
Fuel Capacity (gal)641
Flat RatingISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)672218250
Dimensions
Width (ft)25.77
Length (ft)61.5880.2109.9
Cabin Width (ft)7.587.78.2
Cabin Height (ft)4.56.26.25
Cabin Length (ft)15.542.756.9
Overall Height (ft)18.1826.125.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)54.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)128
Wingspan (ft)86.3103
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140195
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor