Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Gulfstream G700 vs Robinson R66
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft suited to short, rugged routes; it typically carries about 9–14 passengers depending on configuration and has a range around 900–1,200 nautical miles. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long‑range midsize business jet designed for corporate travel, usually seating about 13 passengers, with roughly 3,900 nautical miles of range. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet focused on intercontinental missions and high comfort; typical layouts seat around 13–19 passengers, and range is about 7,500 nautical miles. The Robinson R66 is a single‑engine turbine helicopter used for short‑haul transport and utility work; it carries about 4 passengers plus a pilot, with a range roughly 300–350 nautical miles. Overall, the Caravan EX prioritizes versatility and low operating complexity, the Legacy 650E balances cabin size and long range, the G700 maximizes range and cabin capability, and the R66 excels in point‑to‑point access where runways are unavailable.
| Spec | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|
| Summary | |
| Cockpit | 3 |
| Min Crew | 4 |
| Total Seats | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | G700 |
| Certification | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 7500 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $78,000,000 |
| Cabin | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes |
| Total Seats | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 |
| Engine | |
| Model | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On Condition |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length (ft) | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 103 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.4 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 195 |