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Embraer Phenom 300e vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Gulfstream G500

The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet aimed at short-to-midrange missions, typically offering about 1,900–2,000 nautical miles of range (depending on load and reserves) and seating commonly configured for around 6 to 8 passengers. It suits efficient regional trips with lower operating complexity than larger-cabin aircraft. The Embraer Praetor 600 steps up into the super-midsize category, designed for longer sectors and a roomier cabin, with a published range around 4,000 nautical miles and typical seating in the 8 to 12 passenger range. It is positioned for frequent transcontinental flying with more baggage and comfort margin than light jets. The Gulfstream G500 is a large-cabin, long-range business jet, generally offering roughly 5,000+ nautical miles of range and typically configured for about 10 to 16 passengers. Compared with the Embraers, it emphasizes a larger cabin, higher cruise capability, and intercontinental flexibility, at a higher acquisition and operating cost.

SpecEmbraer Phenom 300EEmbraer Praetor 600Gulfstream G500
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 3.88$ 6.74$ 9.00
Min Crew124
Total Seats101012
ManufacturerEmbraerEmbraerGulfstream
Aircraft NamePhenom 300EPraetor 600G500
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)2,01040185200
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55$ 0.84$ 0.90
Max Cabin Seats101219
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)691430650
Standard Cabin Seats6810
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,758$ 3,141$ 4,644
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Prodigy Touch (G3000)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)464542516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$9,650,000$20,995,000$47,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew124
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoYes
Total Seats91012
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats91219
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.49.710.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats7810
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)255602714031900
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelCanada PW535E1HTF7500EPW814GA
TBO (hrs)5000On-Condition10000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 18ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)3360752815144
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)757
Fuel Capacity (gal)1963
Dimensions
Length (ft)51.268.191.2
Wingspan (ft)52.1670.586.3
Aisle Step (ft)0.3Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.16.87.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.966.4
Cabin Length (ft)17.224.141.5
Overall Height (ft)16.752125.5
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.64.76.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.821.326.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)74110
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1045230