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Cessna Citation Xls vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700

The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet aimed at shorter to medium missions, typically offering a range around 2,100 nautical miles and seating commonly in the 8–9 passenger class depending on configuration. The Daher TBM 960 is a high-performance single‑engine turboprop, best described as an owner‑flown/efficient business aircraft rather than a jet; it carries about 4–6 passengers in comfort (up to roughly 6–7 seats total) with a typical range around 1,700–1,800 nautical miles, trading jet speed for lower operating costs and access to shorter runways. The Gulfstream G700 sits at the top end as an ultra‑long‑range, large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel, with range roughly 7,500 nautical miles and a much larger cabin that commonly accommodates 13–19 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible). In short, the TBM 960 emphasizes efficiency and flexibility for smaller groups, the XLS+ targets practical jet travel for small teams over regional distances, and the G700 is built for long-haul, high-capacity, premium-cabin missions.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+Daher TBM 960Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit223
DOC / nm$ 5.34$ 2.25—
Min Crew214
Total Seats10616
ManufacturerCessna CitationDaher TBMGulfstream
Aircraft NameXLS+TBM 960G700
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)190617307500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.56—
Max Cabin Seats9—19
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)75402908—
Standard Cabin Seats8412
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303$ 744—
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Garmin G3000Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430330516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000$4,450,000$78,000,000
Flight Rules—IFR—
Aircraft Type—Turbo Prop—
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted FlushingNo—
Min Crew214
Crew RestNo—Optional
Jump SeatNo—Yes
Total Seats10616
Galley LocationFWDMIDFWD
Max Cabin Seats9—19
Lavatory LocationAFT—FWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.36.2—
Galley / RefreshmentGalley——
Standard Cabin Seats8412
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2523014390—
Engine
FADECYesYes—
ModelPW545CTBM 960Pearl 700
TBO (hrs)50003500On Condition
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 49—
Thrust (lbs)4119—18250
No. of Engines2—2
Horsepower—850—
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.535.3109.9
Wingspan (ft)56.342.1103
Aisle Step (ft)0.7—Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.548.2
Cabin Height (ft)5.74.16.25
Cabin Length (ft)18.513.456.9
Overall Height (ft)17.2—25.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.9——
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.3——
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)80——
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10—195
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)—123—