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Embraer Praetor 500 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Embraer Praetor 500 and Pilatus PC‑24 sit in the midsize/light-super-midsize space, while the Gulfstream G700 is a large-cabin, ultra-long-range flagship. In range, the G700 is in a different class, offering roughly 7,500 nautical miles, enabling true intercontinental missions with fewer stops. The Praetor 500 is a super-midsize business jet with about 3,300 nautical miles of range, well suited to transcontinental trips and many North Atlantic city pairs with planning. The PC‑24 is a versatile light jet with around 2,000 nautical miles of range, optimized more for regional missions and access to shorter or less-developed runways than for maximum distance. Passenger capacity also reflects their categories. The G700 typically accommodates around 13–19 passengers in multiple living zones for long-haul comfort. The Praetor 500 commonly seats about 8–12 passengers in a comfortable midsize cabin. The PC‑24 usually carries about 6–10 passengers, prioritizing flexibility and utility over sheer cabin volume.

SpecEmbraer Praetor 500Gulfstream G700Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 6.02—$ 3.71
Min Crew241
Total Seats9166
ManufacturerEmbraerGulfstreamPilatus
Aircraft NamePraetor 500G700PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)334075002076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.86—$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats91910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats7126
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,779—$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)466516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$16,995,000$78,000,000$11,800,000
Useful Load (lbs)——6680
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing—1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew241
Crew RestNoOptionalNo
Jump SeatNoYesNo
Total Seats9166
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5——
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats91910
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD / AFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.7—9.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalley—Optional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats7126
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)27110—23500
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800——
Cargo Door——Yes
Engine
FADECYes—Yes
ModelHTF7500EPearl 700FJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 18—ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)6540182503435
No. of Engines222
Dimensions
Length (ft)64.6109.952.2
Wingspan (ft)70.510355.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.98.25.6
Cabin Height (ft)66.255.1
Cabin Length (ft)20.656.923
Overall Height (ft)21.125.417.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.7—3.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.4—17
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)110——
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)4019590