Bombardier Global 7500 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range business jet designed for intercontinental missions, offering roughly 7,700 nautical miles of range and typically carrying about 14–19 passengers in a spacious, multi-zone cabin. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large-cabin long-range jet suited to transoceanic or deep-continental travel but at shorter reach than the Global, with about 3,900 nautical miles of range and a typical capacity around 13–14 passengers. The Leonardo (Agusta) AW189 is a super-medium twin-engine helicopter optimized for regional transport, offshore, and utility roles; its range is on the order of a few hundred nautical miles (often around 450–500 nm depending on configuration) and it commonly seats about 16–19 passengers. The Piper M600 SLS is a single-engine turboprop in the personal/light business category, aimed at efficient point-to-point trips; it offers roughly 1,400–1,500 nautical miles of range and typically seats 5–6 occupants. Overall, the Global 7500 leads for range and cabin volume, the Legacy 650E balances cabin size with long-range capability, the AW189 trades speed and range for vertical access, and the M600 emphasizes simplicity and economy for smaller groups.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 15.57 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 21 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Leonardo | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | AW189 | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 651 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.74 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 2,413 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | EFIS | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 155 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $2,413,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | IFR |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 2200 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | — | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 21 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 4 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | 8644 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 5.6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 12600 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | Passport | CT7-2E1 | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 4000 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Type | — | JetFuel | — |
| Horsepower | — | 1983 | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 57.8 | 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 | 16.6 | 11.3 |
| Rotor Diameter (ft) | — | 48 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 395 | 165 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 85 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 20 |