Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single‑engine turboprop designed for utility and short, unimproved runways. It typically carries about 9 passengers and offers moderate range (roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on load and conditions), prioritizing flexibility over speed and luxury. The Piper M600 SLS is also a single‑engine turboprop, but positioned as a pressurized personal/business aircraft; it generally seats 4–6 passengers and has similar-to-somewhat-better range than the Caravan (about 1,200–1,500 nautical miles), with higher cruise speed and a more refined cabin. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range tri‑jet business jet, usually configured for around 12–16 passengers, with intercontinental reach (about 6,000+ nautical miles). The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin jet at the top of this group, typically seating around 13–19 passengers and offering comparable or greater range than the 8X (roughly 7,000+ nautical miles), emphasizing maximum cabin space, speed, and nonstop global missions.
| Spec | Dassault Falcon 8X | Gulfstream G700 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.66 | — | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 17 | 16 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | 8X | G700 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6450 | 7500 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.64 | — | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 36900 | — | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 12 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,805 | — | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 62,500,000 | $78,000,000 | $3,081,400 |
| 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 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 10.2 | — | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 12 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 29200 | — | 12600 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 3900 | — | 8644 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | — | No |
| Model | PW307D | Pearl 700 | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 17 | — | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 6722 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 80.2 | 109.9 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 86.3 | 103 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.7 | 8.2 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.25 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 42.7 | 56.9 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 26.1 | 25.4 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 1695 | — | 165 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.3 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 29.2 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 140 | 195 | 20 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |