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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft, typically used for short-haul regional, cargo, or remote operations. It offers relatively short to mid range compared with jets and usually carries about 9 to 14 passengers depending on configuration. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet designed for flexibility, including operation from shorter or rougher runways than most jets. It sits in the middle on range and commonly accommodates roughly 6 to 10 passengers in executive layouts (more in high-density seating). The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range large‑cabin tri‑jet aimed at intercontinental missions, offering substantially greater range than the PC‑24 and far more than the Caravan. Typical seating is around 12 to 16 passengers, depending on cabin plan. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range, ultra‑large‑cabin business jet, generally matching or exceeding the Falcon 8X in range and offering one of the roomiest cabins in its class. It commonly carries about 13 to 19 passengers in executive configurations.

SpecDassault Falcon 8XGulfstream G700Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 7.66$ 3.71
Min Crew241
Total Seats17166
ManufacturerDassault FalconGulfstreamPilatus
Aircraft Name8XG700PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)645075002076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats161910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)369006680
Standard Cabin Seats14126
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000$78,000,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit322
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew241
Crew RestNoOptionalNo
Jump SeatYesYesNo
Total Seats17166
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats161910
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.29.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats14126
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2920023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW307DPearl 700FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)6722182503435
No. of Engines322
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.2109.952.2
Wingspan (ft)86.310355.8
Cabin Width (ft)7.78.25.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.255.1
Cabin Length (ft)42.756.923
Overall Height (ft)26.125.417.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.33.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.217
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)14019590
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor