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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 and Gulfstream G700 are long‑range business jets, but they sit in different size classes. The BBJ MAX 9 is a large, airline‑derived VIP airliner in the “bizliner” category, typically configured for roughly 25–50 passengers in executive layouts (and far more in high‑density), with intercontinental range on the order of about 6,000–6,500 nautical miles depending on fit and reserves. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range purpose‑built business jet, generally carrying about 12–19 passengers, with a published range around 7,500 nautical miles, emphasizing nonstop global city pairs at high speed and altitude. The Daher TBM 960 is a single‑engine turboprop in the owner‑flown/utility business aircraft category, typically seating 4–6 passengers, with range roughly around 1,400–1,700 nautical miles depending on power setting and payload. The Enstrom 480B is a turbine helicopter, usually carrying about 4–5 passengers plus a pilot, with much shorter range, commonly a few hundred nautical miles, optimized for vertical access rather than long‑haul travel.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Daher TBM 960Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit223
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 2.25—
Min Crew414
Total Seats12616
ManufacturerBoeingDaher TBMGulfstream
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9TBM 960G700
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)637617307500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.56—
Max Cabin Seats35—19
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)771202908—
Standard Cabin Seats8412
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 744—
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellGarmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470330516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$4,450,000$78,000,000
Flight Rules—IFR—
Aircraft Type—Turbo Prop—
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew414
Total Seats10616
ConfigurationGreen Interior——
Max Cabin Seats35—19
Cabin Pressure (psi)96.2—
Standard Cabin Seats8412
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400014390—
Lavatory—No—
Galley Location—MIDFWD
Crew Rest——Optional
Jump Seat——Yes
Lavatory Location——FWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYesYes—
ModelLEAP-1BTBM 960Pearl 700
TBO (hrs)On-Condition3500On Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 49—
Thrust (lbs)28000—18250
No. of Engines2—2
Horsepower—850—
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.435.3109.9
Wingspan (ft)117.942.1103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor—Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.648.2
Cabin Height (ft)7.14.16.25
Cabin Length (ft)107.213.456.9
Overall Height (ft)40.3—25.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7——
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6——
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1485——
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)—123—
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)——195