Cessna Citation Xls vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Robinson R66
The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet suited to regional and some transcontinental missions, typically offering a range around 2,100 nautical miles and seating about 7 to 9 passengers in a pressurized cabin. The Daher TBM 960 is a high-performance single‑engine turboprop, optimized for efficient point‑to‑point travel, with roughly 1,700 nautical miles of range and usually 4 to 6 passengers plus a pilot. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental flying, with about 7,500 nautical miles of range and a typical configuration of roughly 13 to 19 passengers (higher in dense layouts). The Robinson R66 is a light single‑engine turbine helicopter focused on short‑range, vertical‑lift access rather than speed or long legs, with approximately 300 to 350 nautical miles of range and seating for a pilot plus up to 4 passengers. Overall, capability and comfort scale from the R66 and TBM 960 to the XLS+, with the G700 far ahead on range and cabin size.
| Spec | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Daher TBM 960 | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 5.34 | $ 2.25 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 6 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Daher TBM | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | XLS+ | TBM 960 | G700 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 1906 | 1730 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.67 | $ 0.56 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | — | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 7540 | 2908 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 4 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,303 | $ 744 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 430 | 330 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,500,000 | $4,450,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | IFR | — |
| Aircraft Type | — | Turbo Prop | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | No | — | Optional |
| Jump Seat | No | — | Yes |
| Total Seats | 10 | 6 | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD | MID | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | — | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | — | FWD / AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.3 | 6.2 | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 4 | 12 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 25230 | 14390 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | PW545C | TBM 960 | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 3500 | On Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 10 | ISA + 49 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 4119 | — | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | — | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | 850 | — |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 52.5 | 35.3 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 56.3 | 42.1 | 103 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.7 | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.5 | 4 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 5.7 | 4.1 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 18.5 | 13.4 | 56.9 |
| 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 | — |