Bombardier Global 7500 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Enstrom 480b vs Piper M600 Sls
The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range business jet built for intercontinental travel, typically offering about 7,700 nautical miles of range and seating commonly configured for roughly 8 to 19 passengers depending on layout. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large-cabin business jet in the long-range class, with around 3,900 nautical miles of range and a typical capacity of about 8 to 14 passengers. The Enstrom 480B is a single-turbine helicopter aimed at short-range utility and executive missions rather than point-to-point long-haul travel; it generally carries up to about 5 people including the pilot, with range on the order of a few hundred nautical miles. The Piper M600 SLS is a single-engine turboprop airplane for owner-operators, suited to regional trips; it typically seats up to 6 occupants and has range roughly around 1,400 nautical miles (varies by payload and conditions). Overall, the Global 7500 leads on range and cabin size, the Legacy 650E offers substantial cabin comfort at shorter range, while the M600 SLS and Enstrom 480B prioritize flexibility and smaller-group missions.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 2200 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | 8644 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 5.6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 12600 |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | No |
| Model | Passport | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 165 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 20 |