Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Piper M600 Sls
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is in a different category from the others: it is a large, long-range corporate airliner–class business jet, typically configured for roughly 25–50 passengers in VIP layouts (and capable of far more in airline seating), with intercontinental range on the order of about 6,000–6,500 nautical miles depending on configuration. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft aimed at short-haul regional and remote operations, usually carrying about 9–14 passengers, with a range roughly around 900–1,200 nautical miles. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high-speed twin‑turboprop executive aircraft, generally seating about 6–9 passengers, offering medium range around 1,300–1,700 nautical miles. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop personal/business aircraft, typically seating 4–6 passengers, with range commonly around 1,200–1,500 nautical miles. Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 leads decisively in passenger capacity and range, while the Avanti EVO and M600 SLS target faster, mid-range private travel, and the Caravan emphasizes rugged, flexible short-field utility.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Piaggio Avanti EVO | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | — | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 8 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Piaggio | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | Avanti EVO | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 1530 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | — | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 7 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | 3775 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | — | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 400 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $ 7,695,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 7 | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 9 | 5.6 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 24000 | 12600 |
| Lavatory | — | No | No |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | No | Refreshment Centre |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 6600 | 8644 |
| Galley Location | — | — | MID |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | LEAP-1B | PT6A–66B | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 3600 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 28 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | 850 | 600 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | 100 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 47.3 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 47.1 | 43.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 6.1 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 5.8 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 14.9 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 13.1 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | 3.5 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 35.2 | 20 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 165 |