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Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a rugged single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft, typically used for regional transport and special missions. It generally carries around 9 passengers and offers short‑to‑medium range capability, roughly in the 900–1,200 nautical mile class depending on load and conditions. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It typically seats a dozen or more in executive layouts (with much higher maximum capacity) and delivers about 7,500 nautical miles of range, making it suited to nonstop global city pairs. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a “super versatile jet” bridging light jets and midsize capability, with executive seating commonly around 6–10 passengers. Its range is roughly 2,000 nautical miles, and it’s valued for operating flexibility and access to shorter runways than many jets. The Piper M600 SLS is a pressurized single‑engine turboprop positioned for owner‑operators. It typically seats about 4–6 passengers in comfort (up to 6 total seats) and offers approximately 1,400 nautical miles of range.

SpecGulfstream G700Pilatus PC-24Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit322
Min Crew411
Total Seats1666
ManufacturerGulfstreamPilatusPiper
Aircraft NameG700PC-24M600
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)750020761406
Max Cabin Seats1910
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats1264
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516440274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$11,800,000$3,081,400
DOC / nm$ 3.71$ 2.19
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62$ 0.55
Useful Load (lbs)66802200
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,619$ 603
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew411
Crew RestOptionalNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Total Seats1665
Galley LocationFWDFWDMID
Max Cabin Seats1910
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD
Standard Cabin Seats1264
Lavatory1 Enclosed FlushingNo
Cargo DoorYes
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.35.6
Galley / RefreshmentOptional Refreshment CenterRefreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2350012600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)8644
Engine
ModelPearl 700FJ44-4A-QPMPT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)On Condition50003600
Thrust (lbs)182503435
No. of Engines221
FADECYesNo
Flat RatingISA + 23ISA + 55
Horsepower600
Fuel Capacity (gal)260
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.952.229.7
Wingspan (ft)10355.843.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.25.64.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.255.14
Cabin Length (ft)56.92312.3
Overall Height (ft)25.417.411.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1959020
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)165