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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 Seats3519
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 RulesIFR
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew414
Total Seats10616
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats3519
Cabin Pressure (psi)96.2
Standard Cabin Seats8412
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400014390
LavatoryNo
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BTBM 960Pearl 700
TBO (hrs)On-Condition3500On Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 49
Thrust (lbs)2800018250
No. of Engines22
Horsepower850
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.435.3109.9
Wingspan (ft)117.942.1103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.648.2
Cabin Height (ft)7.14.16.25
Cabin Length (ft)107.213.456.9
Overall Height (ft)40.325.4
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