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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Piper M600 Sls

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, long-range business jetliner derived from the 737 MAX 9, suited to VIP transport on intercontinental missions. It offers by far the greatest range and cabin volume of the three and can be configured for a relatively high passenger count in executive or mixed layouts, typically carrying several dozen passengers depending on interior design. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single‑engine turboprop designed for utility and short-to-medium regional flying. It has much shorter range than the BBJ and usually carries around 9 to 14 passengers, prioritizing simplicity, payload flexibility, and operation from shorter or less-developed runways. The Piper M600 SLS is a pressurized single‑engine turboprop positioned as a high-performance personal/corporate aircraft. It generally offers longer range and higher cruise speed than the Caravan but far fewer seats, typically around 4 to 6 passengers in comfort. Overall, the BBJ MAX 9 leads on range and capacity, the Caravan leads on utility and seat count among small turboprops, and the M600 SLS targets efficient, faster owner-flown travel with limited passenger capacity.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 2.19
Min Crew41
Total Seats126
ManufacturerBoeingPiper
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9M600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63761406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats35
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)771202200
Standard Cabin Seats84
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$3,081,400
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew41
Total Seats105
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats35
Cabin Pressure (psi)95.6
Standard Cabin Seats84
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400012600
LavatoryNo
Galley LocationMID
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
FADECYesNo
ModelLEAP-1BPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)On-Condition3600
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)28000
No. of Engines21
Horsepower600
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.429.7
Wingspan (ft)117.943.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.64.1
Cabin Height (ft)7.14
Cabin Length (ft)107.212.3
Overall Height (ft)40.311.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)20