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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft suited to short, unimproved strips and regional point‑to‑point flying. It typically carries about 9 to 14 passengers depending on configuration and mission, with a practical range generally around 900 to 1,200 nautical miles. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine piston helicopter oriented toward training, patrol, and short‑range transport. Passenger capacity is usually 4 to 5 seats total (including the pilot), and range is comparatively short, commonly a few hundred nautical miles, reflecting helicopter speed and fuel limits. The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet optimized for intercontinental travel at high speed and altitude. It is commonly configured for roughly 10 to 19 passengers in executive layouts, and its range is about 7,500 nautical miles, enabling nonstop city pairs such as New York–Dubai or Los Angeles–Sydney (conditions permitting).

SpecGulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit3
Min Crew4
Total Seats16
ManufacturerGulfstream
Aircraft NameG700
CertificationIn Development
Max Range (nm)7500
Max Cabin Seats19
OEM VerificationUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats12
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Min Crew4
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats16
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats19
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Standard Cabin Seats12
Engine
ModelPearl 700
TBO (hrs)On Condition
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines2
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