Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls vs Robinson R66
The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft optimized for short, rugged operations and cargo/passenger flexibility; it typically carries around 9–14 passengers depending on configuration, with practical ranges commonly in the mid‑hundreds to roughly 1,000+ nautical miles depending on load and reserves. The Gulfstream G700 is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel, generally seating about 12–19 passengers in executive layouts and offering roughly 7,000+ nautical miles of range. The Piper M600 SLS is a pressurized single‑engine turboprop personal/business aircraft, usually configured for about 4–6 passengers, with range roughly around 1,000–1,500 nautical miles depending on power settings and payload. The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter for short‑range missions, typically carrying 4 passengers plus a pilot, with ranges commonly a few hundred nautical miles, varying with speed, fuel reserves, and conditions. Overall, the G700 leads in range and cabin size, the Caravan leads in utility capacity, the M600 balances speed and efficiency for small groups, and the R66 trades range for vertical access.
| Spec | Gulfstream G700 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 16 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | G700 | M600 |
| Certification | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7500 | 1406 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $78,000,000 | $3,081,400 |
| DOC / nm | — | $ 2.19 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR |
| DOC / nm / Seat | — | $ 0.55 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 2200 |
| Direct Operating Cost | — | $ 603 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 16 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 4 |
| Lavatory | — | No |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Refreshment Centre |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 12600 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 8644 |
| Engine | ||
| Model | Pearl 700 | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On Condition | 3600 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 1 |
| FADEC | — | No |
| Horsepower | — | 600 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 55 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 109.9 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 103 | 43.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8.2 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.25 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 56.9 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.4 | 11.3 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 195 | 20 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 165 |