Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls vs Robinson R66
The Dassault Falcon 8X and Gulfstream G700 are ultra-long-range business jets designed for intercontinental missions. The Falcon 8X typically offers roughly 6,400 nautical miles of range and is commonly configured for about 12–16 passengers, emphasizing efficiency and flexible cabin layouts. The Gulfstream G700 is generally the larger, longer-legged aircraft, with around 7,500 nautical miles of range and typical seating in the 12–19 passenger range, prioritizing maximum cabin volume and nonstop global city pairs. The Piper M600 SLS is a single-engine turboprop aimed at owner-operators and short-to-medium business trips. It usually carries 5–6 passengers (up to 7 seats including the pilot seat depending on configuration) with about 1,400 nautical miles of range, trading speed and cabin size for much lower operating complexity and cost. The Robinson R66 is a light single-engine turbine helicopter built for short-range flexibility, typically seating a pilot plus up to four passengers, with roughly 300–350 nautical miles of range, excelling at point-to-point access where runways aren’t practical.
| Spec | Dassault Falcon 8X | Gulfstream G700 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.66 | — | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 17 | 16 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | 8X | G700 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6450 | 7500 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.64 | — | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 36900 | — | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 12 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,805 | — | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 62,500,000 | $78,000,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 17 | 16 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 10.2 | — | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 14 | 12 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 29200 | — | 12600 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 3900 | — | 8644 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | — | No |
| Model | PW307D | Pearl 700 | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 17 | — | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 6722 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 80.2 | 109.9 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 86.3 | 103 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.7 | 8.2 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.25 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 42.7 | 56.9 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 26.1 | 25.4 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 1695 | — | 165 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.3 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 29.2 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 140 | 195 | 20 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | — |