Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for short, rugged routes. It typically carries about 9 passengers in commuter seating and has a practical range on the order of roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a twin‑turboprop, positioned as a fast, efficient business aircraft; it commonly seats around 6–8 passengers and offers roughly 1,500–1,800 nautical miles of range. The Dassault Falcon 8X and Gulfstream G700 are ultra‑long‑range business jets aimed at intercontinental missions. The Falcon 8X generally accommodates about 12–16 passengers in typical executive layouts and is known for a range around 6,400 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G700 is larger in cabin and mission capability, often configured for about 12–19 passengers, with range commonly cited around 7,500 nautical miles. Overall, the Caravan serves regional utility and access to short strips, the Avanti targets efficient short-to-mid business travel, and the 8X and G700 dominate long-haul executive transport, with the G700 offering the greatest cabin volume and range.
| Spec | Dassault Falcon 8X | Gulfstream G700 | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.66 | — | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 17 | 16 | 8 |
| Manufacturer | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | 8X | G700 | Avanti EVO |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6450 | 7500 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.64 | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 36900 | — | 3775 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 12 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,805 | — | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 62,500,000 | $78,000,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 17 | 16 | 8 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 7 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 10.2 | — | 9 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 12 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 29200 | — | 24000 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 3900 | — | 6600 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | PW307D | Pearl 700 | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 17 | — | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 6722 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 80.2 | 109.9 | 47.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 86.3 | 103 | 47.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.7 | 8.2 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.25 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 42.7 | 56.9 | 14.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 26.1 | 25.4 | 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 | 195 | 35.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |