Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft, optimized for short and rough-field operations rather than speed or long range. It typically carries around 9 passengers (up to about 14 in high‑density configurations) and has a range on the order of roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on load and reserves. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a fast pressurized twin‑turboprop in the executive category, usually seating about 6–9 passengers, with a typical range around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large-cabin long‑range business jet, commonly configured for about 13 passengers (often up to 14), with a range roughly 3,900–4,000 nautical miles. The Dassault Falcon 8X is an ultra‑long‑range large-cabin business jet, typically carrying about 12–16 passengers, and offers the greatest range of the group at roughly 6,400–6,500 nautical miles, prioritizing intercontinental capability and high-end cabin comfort.
| Spec | Dassault Falcon 8X | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.66 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 17 | 8 |
| Manufacturer | Dassault Falcon | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | 8X | Avanti EVO |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6450 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.64 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 36900 | 3775 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,805 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 62,500,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 17 | 8 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 7 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 10.2 | 9 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 29200 | 24000 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 3900 | 6600 |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | PW307D | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 17 | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 6722 | — |
| No. of Engines | 3 | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | 850 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 80.2 | 47.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 86.3 | 47.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.7 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 42.7 | 14.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 26.1 | 13.1 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 1695 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.3 | 3.5 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 29.2 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 140 | 35.2 |