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Bell 525 Relentless vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700

The Bell 525 Relentless and Enstrom 480B are both helicopters, while the Gulfstream G700 is a large-cabin long-range business jet, so they serve very different mission profiles. The Bell 525 is a modern, fly-by-wire super‑medium helicopter aimed at offshore transport and corporate/VIP missions, offering a typical range on the order of roughly 500–600 nautical miles and usually seating around 16 passengers in a high-density configuration (fewer in VIP layouts). The Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter suited to training, utility, and short executive hops; its range is generally a few hundred nautical miles (about 250–350 nautical miles typical, depending on reserves and conditions) with seating for up to 5 occupants including the pilot. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range business jet designed for intercontinental travel, with published range around 7,500 nautical miles and a cabin typically configured for about 12–19 passengers, depending on layout. In short, the 480B prioritizes simplicity and short-range access, the 525 adds speed, payload and cabin volume for regional missions, and the G700 dominates in range and cruise efficiency for global travel.

SpecBell 525 RelentlessGulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit23
Min Crew24
Total Seats1816
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerBellGulfstream
Aircraft Name525 RelentlessG700
CertificationFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)5807500
Max Cabin Seats1619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)6675
Standard Cabin Seats1612
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000HGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)160516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,000,000$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew24
Total Seats1816
Max Cabin Seats1619
Standard Cabin Seats1612
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECDual-Channel
ModelCT7-2F1Pearl 700
Fuel TypeJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000On Condition
Horsepower1800
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)641
Thrust (lbs)18250
Dimensions
Width (ft)25.77
Length (ft)61.58109.9
Cabin Width (ft)7.588.2
Cabin Height (ft)4.56.25
Cabin Length (ft)15.556.9
Overall Height (ft)18.1825.4
Rotor Diameter (ft)54.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)128
Wingspan (ft)103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195