Gulfstream G280 vs Gulfstream G400 vs Gulfstream G650er vs Gulfstream G700 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Gulfstream G280 is a super‑midsize business jet, offering roughly 3,600 nautical miles of range and typically seating about 8–10 passengers. The Gulfstream G400 steps up into the large‑cabin class with about 4,200 nautical miles of range and a typical capacity around 12 passengers. The Gulfstream G650ER is an ultra‑long‑range flagship, able to fly roughly 7,500 nautical miles and commonly configured for about 14–19 passengers. The Gulfstream G700 is also ultra‑long‑range, with about 7,500 nautical miles of range and a larger, newer cabin typically arranged for around 13–19 passengers, often emphasizing more living zones rather than maximum seats. Pilatus aircraft occupy a different niche. The Pilatus PC‑12 NGX is a single‑engine turboprop utility/business aircraft, with about 1,700–1,800 nautical miles of range and seating commonly 6–9 passengers depending on interior and baggage needs. The Pilatus PC‑24 is a light business jet aimed at versatility, with about 2,000 nautical miles of range and typically seating about 6–10 passengers.
| Spec | Gulfstream G280 | Gulfstream G400 | Gulfstream G650ER | Gulfstream G700 | Pilatus PC-12 NGX | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | — | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.57 | — | $ 9.39 | — | $ 2.78 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 8 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream | Gulfstream | Gulfstream | Gulfstream | Pilatus | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | G280 | G400 | G650ER | G700 | PC-12 NGX | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | — | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3600 | 4200 | 7500 | 7500 | 1803 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.82 | — | $ 0.78 | — | $ 0.46 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | — | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 15550 | 30650 | 49500 | — | — | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | — | 12 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,168 | — | $ 4,844 | — | $ 793 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Gulfstream PlaneView II (Primus Epic) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Honeywell Primus Apex | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 481 | 539 | 516 | 516 | 290 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $24,900,000 | 34500000 | $60,000,000 | $78,000,000 | $5,350,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | — | — | IFR | — |
| Cabin | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — | Optional | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | — | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | — | Yes | Optional | — | No |
| Jump Seat | No | — | Yes | Yes | — | No |
| Total Seats | 10 | — | 14 | 16 | 8 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — | FWD | FWD | — | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | — | 19 | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | — | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.2 | — | 10.7 | — | 5.8 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | Galley | — | No | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | — | 12 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 25000 | — | 31900 | — | 13100 | 23500 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 5800 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Engine | ||||||
| FADEC | Yes | — | Yes | — | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF7250G | — | BR725 A1-12 | Pearl 700 | PT6E-67XP | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | — | On-Condition | On Condition | 5000 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 17 | — | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 35 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7624 | — | 16900 | 18250 | — | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | — | — | — | 1200 | — |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | — | — | — | 402 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||||
| Length (ft) | 66.9 | — | 99.8 | 109.9 | 47.25 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 63 | — | 99.6 | 103 | 53.33 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.3 | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 6.9 | — | 8.2 | 8.2 | 5 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.3 | — | 6.5 | 6.25 | 4.9 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.9 | — | 46.9 | 56.9 | 16.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 21.4 | — | 25.7 | 25.4 | 14 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 5.4 | — | 6.7 | — | 4.25 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 17.7 | — | 32.7 | — | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 154 | — | 235 | 195 | 40 | 90 |