Bombardier Global 7500 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Robinson R66
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra‑long‑range business jets built for intercontinental missions. The Global 7500 offers roughly 7,700 nautical miles of range and typically carries about 14–19 passengers, while the G700 is in a similar category with about 7,750 nautical miles of range and a typical capacity around 12–19 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible). The Daher TBM 960 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop aimed at owner‑operators and regional point‑to‑point travel; it has about 1,700 nautical miles of range and usually seats 4–6 passengers. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter optimized for short-range, flexible access to helipads and unimproved sites; it typically seats 4–5 passengers plus a pilot and has roughly 300–350 nautical miles of range depending on reserves and load. Overall, the Global 7500 and G700 prioritize maximum range and cabin space, the TBM 960 balances speed and economy for smaller groups, and the R66 trades speed and range for vertical lift and access.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Daher TBM 960 | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 2.25 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Daher TBM | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | TBM 960 | G700 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | Turbo Prop | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 1730 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.56 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 744 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Garmin G3000 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 330 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $4,450,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | — |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 2908 | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | — | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD | MID | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 | 12 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 6.2 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 14390 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | Passport | TBM 960 | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 3500 | On Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 49 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | — | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | — | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | 850 | — |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 35.3 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 42.1 | 103 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 4 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 4.1 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 13.4 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | — | 25.4 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 123 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 195 |