Dassault Falcon 8x vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Dassault Falcon 8X is a long‑range, large‑cabin business jet in the ultra‑long‑range category, typically carrying about 12–16 passengers with an advertised range around 6,450 nautical miles, aimed at intercontinental missions. The Embraer Legacy 650E sits in the large‑cabin, long‑range category, commonly configured for about 13 passengers with a range around 3,900 nautical miles, well suited to transcontinental routes and high-comfort cabin layouts. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light/“super light” jet with a utility emphasis, generally seating 6–10 passengers (often 8 in executive use) and offering roughly 2,000 nautical miles of range, notable for short-field capability and access to smaller airports. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop in the high‑performance personal/business category, typically carrying 1 pilot plus 5 passengers (up to 6 seats total) with about 1,400 nautical miles of range, optimized for owner‑operators and shorter regional trips.
| Spec | Dassault Falcon 8X | Pilatus PC-24 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.66 | $ 3.71 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 17 | 6 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Dassault Falcon | Pilatus | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | 8X | PC-24 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6450 | 2076 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.64 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 10 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 36900 | 6680 | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,805 | $ 1,619 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 440 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 62,500,000 | $11,800,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | — |
| Total Seats | 17 | 6 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 10 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 10.2 | 9.3 | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 29200 | 23500 | 12600 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 3900 | — | 8644 |
| Cargo Door | — | Yes | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | PW307D | FJ44-4A-QPM | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 17 | ISA + 23 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 6722 | 3435 | — |
| No. of Engines | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 80.2 | 52.2 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 86.3 | 55.8 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.7 | 5.6 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 5.1 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 42.7 | 23 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 26.1 | 17.4 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 1695 | — | 165 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.3 | 3.8 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 29.2 | 17 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 140 | 90 | 20 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |