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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft, typically used for short‑to‑medium regional missions. It generally offers a moderate range around 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on load and configuration, and it commonly carries about 9–14 occupants (often 9 passengers in commuter service). The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine turbine helicopter designed for short‑range transport and training. Its range is much shorter, roughly 300–400 nautical miles, and passenger capacity is small, usually a pilot plus up to 4 passengers. The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet built for intercontinental travel. It typically delivers about 7,000–7,700 nautical miles of range and can seat around 12–19 passengers in executive layouts (with higher certified maximums depending on configuration). The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop personal/business aircraft bridging utility and business travel. It commonly provides about 1,400–1,700 nautical miles of range and seats up to 6 occupants.

SpecGulfstream G700Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit32
Min Crew41
Total Seats166
ManufacturerGulfstreamPiper
Aircraft NameG700M600
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)75001406
Max Cabin Seats19
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats124
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$3,081,400
DOC / nm$ 2.19
Flight RulesIFR
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55
Useful Load (lbs)2200
Direct Operating Cost$ 603
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew41
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats165
Galley LocationFWDMID
Max Cabin Seats19
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Standard Cabin Seats124
LavatoryNo
Cabin Pressure (psi)5.6
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
ModelPearl 700PT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)On Condition3600
Thrust (lbs)18250
No. of Engines21
FADECNo
Horsepower600
Flat RatingISA + 55
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.929.7
Wingspan (ft)10343.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.24.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.254
Cabin Length (ft)56.912.3
Overall Height (ft)25.411.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19520
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165