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Cessna Citation Xls vs Gulfstream G700 vs Md Helicopters (mcdonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer vs Piper M600 Sls

The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet designed for efficient short-to-medium missions, typically offering roughly a 2,000–2,100 nautical mile range and seating about 7–9 passengers in a standard executive layout. The Gulfstream G700 sits at the opposite end of the spectrum as an ultra-long-range, large-cabin business jet, built for intercontinental travel with around a 7,500 nautical mile range and commonly configured for about 13–19 passengers, with substantial cabin volume and amenities. The MD Helicopters (McDonnell Douglas) 902 Explorer is a twin-engine light helicopter, optimized for vertical-lift utility, EMS, law enforcement, and corporate shuttle roles; its range is generally in the 300–400 nautical mile class and it typically carries 6–8 occupants including crew, depending on configuration. The Piper M600 SLS is a single-engine turboprop (personal/business aircraft) bridging high-end piston and light jet use, with roughly a 1,400 nautical mile range and usually seating 5–6 people including the pilot, prioritizing owner-operator simplicity over maximum capacity.

SpecCessna Citation XLS+Gulfstream G700Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 5.34—$ 2.19
Min Crew241
Total Seats10166
ManufacturerCessna CitationGulfstreamPiper
Aircraft NameXLS+G700M600
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)190675001406
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67—$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats919—
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)7540—2200
Standard Cabin Seats8124
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,303—$ 603
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)430516274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$15,500,000$78,000,000$3,081,400
Flight Rules——IFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing—No
Min Crew241
Crew RestNoOptional—
Jump SeatNoYes—
Total Seats10165
Galley LocationFWDFWDMID
Max Cabin Seats919—
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD / AFT—
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.3—5.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalley—Refreshment Centre
Standard Cabin Seats8124
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)25230—12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)——8644
Engine
FADECYes—No
ModelPW545CPearl 700PT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)5000On Condition3600
Flat RatingISA + 10—ISA + 55
Thrust (lbs)411918250—
No. of Engines221
Horsepower——600
Fuel Capacity (gal)——260
Dimensions
Length (ft)52.5109.929.7
Wingspan (ft)56.310343.2
Aisle Step (ft)0.7Flat Floor—
Cabin Width (ft)5.58.24.1
Cabin Height (ft)5.76.254
Cabin Length (ft)18.556.912.3
Overall Height (ft)17.225.411.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.9——
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.3——
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)80——
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1019520
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)——165