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Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls

The Embraer Legacy 650E is a long-range super-midsize business jet suited to intercontinental-style missions, typically offering around 3,900 nautical miles of range and seating commonly configured for about 13 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible). The Gulfstream G700 sits in the ultra-long-range, large-cabin category, designed for the longest nonstop city pairs; it offers roughly 7,500 nautical miles of range and is typically marketed around 19 passengers in standard layouts, with higher maximum seating available depending on configuration. The Piper M600 SLS is a single-engine turboprop in a very different class, optimized for owner-operators and shorter regional trips rather than global range; it offers about 1,650 nautical miles of range and usually seats 5 to 6 passengers. In practical terms, the Legacy 650E bridges capability and cabin space for longer trips with a moderate group, the G700 prioritizes maximum range and a very large, flexible cabin for larger parties and longer sectors, and the M600 SLS emphasizes simplicity and efficiency for smaller loads and shorter missions.

SpecGulfstream G700Piper M600 SLS
Summary
Cockpit32
Min Crew41
Total Seats166
ManufacturerGulfstreamPiper
Aircraft NameG700M600
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)75001406
Max Cabin Seats19—
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats124
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGarmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516274
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$3,081,400
DOC / nm—$ 2.19
Flight Rules—IFR
DOC / nm / Seat—$ 0.55
Useful Load (lbs)—2200
Direct Operating Cost—$ 603
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew41
Crew RestOptional—
Jump SeatYes—
Total Seats165
Galley LocationFWDMID
Max Cabin Seats19—
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT—
Standard Cabin Seats124
Lavatory—No
Cabin Pressure (psi)—5.6
Galley / Refreshment—Refreshment Centre
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)—12600
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)—8644
Engine
ModelPearl 700PT6A-42A
TBO (hrs)On Condition3600
Thrust (lbs)18250—
No. of Engines21
FADEC—No
Horsepower—600
Flat Rating—ISA + 55
Fuel Capacity (gal)—260
Dimensions
Length (ft)109.929.7
Wingspan (ft)10343.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor—
Cabin Width (ft)8.24.1
Cabin Height (ft)6.254
Cabin Length (ft)56.912.3
Overall Height (ft)25.411.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)19520
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)—165