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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Gulfstream G700

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for short hops and rugged access; it typically carries about 9–14 passengers (often fewer in charter/executive layouts) and offers roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles of range depending on payload and conditions. The Daher TBM 960 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop aimed at fast owner‑operation; it generally seats 4–6 in executive comfort (up to about 7–8 configured) with around 1,500–1,700 nautical miles of range. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large‑cabin business jet designed for long intercity and some intercontinental missions; it commonly carries 10–13 passengers (up to about 14) and reaches roughly 3,900 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range, large‑cabin flagship jet for global nonstop travel; it typically accommodates 12–16 passengers (higher maximums depending on configuration) with about 7,500 nautical miles of range, emphasizing spacious cabin zones and long-duration cruise capability.

SpecDaher TBM 960Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit23
DOC / nm$ 2.25—
Min Crew14
Total Seats616
Flight RulesIFR—
ManufacturerDaher TBMGulfstream
Aircraft NameTBM 960G700
Aircraft TypeTurbo Prop—
CertificationFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)17307500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.56—
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2908—
Standard Cabin Seats412
Direct Operating Cost$ 744—
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)330516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,450,000$78,000,000
Max Cabin Seats—19
Cabin
Cockpit22
LavatoryNo—
Min Crew14
Total Seats616
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.2—
Standard Cabin Seats412
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)14390—
Crew Rest—Optional
Jump Seat—Yes
Max Cabin Seats—19
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYes—
ModelTBM 960Pearl 700
TBO (hrs)3500On Condition
Horsepower850—
Flat RatingISA + 49—
Thrust (lbs)—18250
No. of Engines—2
Dimensions
Length (ft)35.3109.9
Wingspan (ft)42.1103
Cabin Width (ft)48.2
Cabin Height (ft)4.16.25
Cabin Length (ft)13.456.9
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123—
Aisle Step (ft)—Flat Floor
Overall Height (ft)—25.4
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—195