Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for short, rugged strips and flexible missions; it typically ranges about 900–1,200 nm and commonly carries around 9 passengers (higher in commuter layouts, less with cargo). The Piper M600 SLS is a pressurized single‑engine turboprop positioned as a high‑end personal/business aircraft; it offers roughly 1,000–1,400 nm of range and generally seats 4–6 in comfort (up to about 6–7 depending on configuration). The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light jet designed for “jet on rougher/shorter runways” capability; it typically reaches about 1,800–2,000 nm and carries about 6–8 passengers. The Dassault Falcon 8X is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin trijet for intercontinental travel; it delivers roughly 6,000+ nm of range and usually accommodates about 12–16 passengers depending on cabin layout. In short, the Caravan prioritizes utility and payload, the M600 personal luxury and efficiency, the PC‑24 versatile jet access, and the 8X maximum range and cabin size.
| Spec | Dassault Falcon 8X | Pilatus PC-24 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.66 | $ 3.71 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 17 | 6 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Dassault Falcon | Pilatus | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | 8X | PC-24 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6450 | 2076 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.64 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 10 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 36900 | 6680 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,805 | $ 1,619 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 440 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 62,500,000 | $11,800,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | — |
| Total Seats | 17 | 6 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 10 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 10.2 | 9.3 | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 29200 | 23500 | 12600 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 3900 | — | 8644 |
| Cargo Door | — | Yes | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | PW307D | FJ44-4A-QPM | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 17 | ISA + 23 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 6722 | 3435 | — |
| No. of Engines | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 80.2 | 52.2 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 86.3 | 55.8 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.7 | 5.6 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 5.1 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 42.7 | 23 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 26.1 | 17.4 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 1695 | — | 165 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.3 | 3.8 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 29.2 | 17 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 140 | 90 | 20 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |