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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Gulfstream G700

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9, Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX, and Gulfstream G700 sit in very different categories. The BBJ MAX 9 is a VIP-configured large commercial-derived airliner, intended for head-of-state or corporate shuttle missions, offering the longest cabin volume and typically carrying a few dozen passengers in luxury layouts, with range generally around 6,000–6,500 nautical miles depending on configuration. The Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for short-haul, rugged, and regional operations; it usually seats up to 9 passengers (or more in commuter layouts), with range commonly around 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range purpose-built business jet, designed for high-speed intercontinental travel with a large but more intimate cabin than the BBJ; it typically carries about 10–19 passengers, and its range is about 7,500 nautical miles. In short, the Caravan is short-range and small, the G700 is ultra-long-range executive, and the BBJ MAX 9 emphasizes maximum space with near-intercontinental range.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit23
DOC / nm$ 15.74
Min Crew44
Total Seats1216
ManufacturerBoeingGulfstream
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9G700
CertificationFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)63767500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97
Max Cabin Seats3519
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)77120
Standard Cabin Seats812
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew44
Total Seats1016
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats3519
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Standard Cabin Seats812
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYes
ModelLEAP-1BPearl 700
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)2800018250
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.4109.9
Wingspan (ft)117.9103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.68.2
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.25
Cabin Length (ft)107.256.9
Overall Height (ft)40.325.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195