Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is an airliner-based VIP aircraft in the large-cabin/head-of-state category, designed for intercontinental missions with very high passenger capacity in a bespoke layout; it offers true long-range capability (roughly 6,000+ nautical miles depending on configuration) and can accommodate dozens of passengers. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra-long-range business jet, optimized for nonstop global routes with a typical range around 7,000–7,500 nautical miles and a usual passenger load in the low-to-mid teens, emphasizing speed and a large, luxurious cabin rather than airliner-scale capacity. The Cessna Citation XLS+ sits in the midsize business-jet category, suited to regional and transcontinental trips with about 2,000 nautical miles of range and typically 7–9 passengers. The Daher TBM 960 is a high-performance single-engine turboprop, best for shorter business and personal travel, with approximately 1,500+ nautical miles of range and seating typically around 4–6 passengers.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Daher TBM 960 | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 5.34 | $ 2.25 | — |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 10 | 6 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Cessna Citation | Daher TBM | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | XLS+ | TBM 960 | G700 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 1906 | 1730 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.56 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 9 | — | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | 7540 | 2908 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 4 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 2,303 | $ 744 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 430 | 330 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $15,500,000 | $4,450,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR | — |
| Aircraft Type | — | — | Turbo Prop | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 6 | 16 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 9 | — | 19 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 9.3 | 6.2 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 4 | 12 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 25230 | 14390 | — |
| Lavatory | — | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No | — |
| Crew Rest | — | No | — | Optional |
| Jump Seat | — | No | — | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | MID | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | AFT | — | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | — | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | LEAP-1B | PW545C | TBM 960 | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 3500 | On Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 49 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 4119 | — | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | — | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 52.5 | 35.3 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 56.3 | 42.1 | 103 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | 0.7 | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 5.5 | 4 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 5.7 | 4.1 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 18.5 | 13.4 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 17.2 | — | 25.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | 3.9 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | 14.3 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | 80 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | — | 195 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 123 | — |