Embraer Legacy 450 vs Gulfstream G280 vs Gulfstream G500 vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Embraer Legacy 450 and Gulfstream G280 sit in the midsize/super‑midsize class, typically carrying about 7–9 passengers in standard executive layouts. The Legacy 450 offers roughly 2,900 nautical miles of range, while the G280 is generally longer‑legged at about 3,600 nautical miles, making it better suited for farther nonstop city pairs. The Gulfstream G500 is a large‑cabin, long‑range jet, usually configured for around 8–14 passengers depending on layout. Its range is in the long‑range category at roughly 5,200 nautical miles, enabling substantially more nonstop transcontinental and some transoceanic missions than the Legacy 450 or G280. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light jet designed with utility and runway flexibility in mind, commonly seating about 6–8 passengers in executive configurations. Its range is shorter than the midsize and large‑cabin jets at roughly 2,000 nautical miles, but it stands out for operating into smaller airports and more demanding fields compared with typical business jets.
| Spec | Embraer Legacy 450 | Gulfstream G280 | Gulfstream G500 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.04 | $ 6.57 | $ 9.00 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 10 | 12 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Embraer | Gulfstream | Gulfstream | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Legacy 450 | G280 | G500 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 2973 | 3600 | 5200 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.86 | $ 0.82 | $ 0.90 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 10 | 19 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 12908 | 15550 | 30650 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 8 | 10 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,790 | $ 3,168 | $ 4,644 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 481 | 481 | 516 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $16,995,000 | $24,900,000 | $47,500,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | No | No | Yes | No |
| Total Seats | 9 | 10 | 12 | 6 |
| Connectivity | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — | — | — |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 10 | 19 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.7 | 9.2 | 10.7 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 8 | 10 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 27110 | 25000 | 31900 | 23500 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 6000 | 5800 | — | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF7500E | HTF7250G | PW814GA | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 10000 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 18 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 6540 | 7624 | 15144 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 1404 | — | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 1932 | — | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 64.6 | 66.9 | 91.2 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 66.5 | 63 | 86.3 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | 0.3 | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 6.9 | 6.9 | 7.6 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6.3 | 6.4 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 20.6 | 25.9 | 41.5 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 21.1 | 21.4 | 25.5 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 4.7 | 5.4 | 6.1 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 17.4 | 17.7 | 26.3 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 110 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 40 | 154 | 230 | 90 |