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Bombardier Global 7500 vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700

The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 are ultra-long-range business jets, designed for intercontinental missions with high speed, large cabins, and premium amenities, while the Enstrom 480B is a single-turbine light helicopter intended for short-range utility, training, and regional point-to-point flying. In range, the Global 7500 and G700 are in a different class: the Global 7500 is typically cited around 7,700 nautical miles, and the G700 around 7,500 nautical miles, enabling nonstop routes such as North America to Asia or deep transoceanic city pairs depending on conditions. The Enstrom 480B’s range is closer to a few hundred nautical miles (roughly 300–400 nm depending on reserves and profile), suited to local or regional hops. Passenger capacity similarly separates them: the Global 7500 and G700 commonly seat about 10–19 passengers depending on configuration, with certified maximums varying by interior and operator choices, whereas the Enstrom 480B typically carries a pilot plus up to four passengers (about five seats total).

SpecBombardier Global 7500Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit23
DOC / nm$ 9.50
Min Crew24
Total Seats1416
ManufacturerBombardierGulfstream
Aircraft NameGlobal 7500G700
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
CertificationFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)77007500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79
Max Cabin Seats1919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats1212
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,900
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$75,000,000$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew24
Crew RestYesOptional
Jump SeatYesYes
Total Seats1416
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1919
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats1212
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)4500
Engine
FADECYes
ModelPassportPearl 700
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)1892018250
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)111109.9
Wingspan (ft)104103
Cabin Width (ft)88.2
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.25
Cabin Length (ft)54.556.9
Overall Height (ft)2725.4
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195