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Embraer Legacy 450 vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Embraer Praetor 500 vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet optimized for efficient short-to-medium missions, typically carrying about 6–8 passengers with a range around 2,000–2,100 nautical miles. The Embraer Legacy 450 (super-midsize) steps up in cabin size and comfort, commonly seating about 8–9 passengers and reaching roughly 2,900 nautical miles. The Praetor 500, a super-midsize evolution, is similar in passenger count (about 8–9 typical) but extends range to about 3,300 nautical miles, making it stronger for longer city pairs. The Praetor 600 is the larger, longer-legged super-midsize option, usually 8–10 passengers typical, with range around 4,000 nautical miles and greater transoceanic flexibility. The Pilatus PC-24 sits between light and midsize in mission profile: it generally carries about 6–8 passengers with range roughly 2,000 nautical miles, and it stands out less on sheer range than on operational versatility (including access to shorter or less-developed runways) compared with many traditional business jets.

SpecEmbraer Legacy 450Embraer Phenom 300EEmbraer Praetor 500Embraer Praetor 600Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit22222
DOC / nm$ 6.04$ 3.88$ 6.02$ 6.74$ 3.71
Min Crew21221
Total Seats9109106
ManufacturerEmbraerEmbraerEmbraerEmbraerPilatus
Aircraft NameLegacy 450Phenom 300EPraetor 500Praetor 600PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)29732,010334040182076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.86$ 0.55$ 0.86$ 0.84$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats91091210
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1290869146680
Standard Cabin Seats76786
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,790$ 1,758$ 2,779$ 3,141$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionProdigy Touch (G3000)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionRockwell Collins Pro Line FusionPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)481464466542440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$16,995,000$9,650,000$16,995,000$20,995,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit22222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew21221
Crew RestNoNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNoNoNo
Total Seats999106
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5Gogo AVANCE L5Gogo AVANCE L5
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats9991210
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.49.79.79.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats77786
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2711025560271102714023500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)600058005800
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYesYes
ModelHTF7500ECanada PW535E1HTF7500EHTF7500EFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-Condition5000On-ConditionOn-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 18ISA + 15ISA + 18ISA + 18ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)65403360654075283435
No. of Engines22222
Fuel Burn (lbph)1404757
Fuel Capacity (gal)19321963
Dimensions
Length (ft)64.651.264.668.152.2
Wingspan (ft)66.552.1670.570.555.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.3Flat FloorFlat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.95.16.96.85.6
Cabin Height (ft)64.9665.1
Cabin Length (ft)20.617.220.624.123
Overall Height (ft)21.116.7521.12117.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.73.64.74.73.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.414.817.421.317
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)11074110110
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)4010404590