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Gulfstream G400 vs Gulfstream G500 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Gulfstream G400 and G500 are long-range, large-cabin business jets, while the Pilatus PC-24 is a smaller “super versatile” light jet designed for short-field and mixed-mission use. In category terms, the G500 sits above the G400 as the larger, longer-legged aircraft; both offer true intercontinental capability and a more spacious, higher-end cabin experience than the PC-24. On range, the G500 leads at roughly about 5,300 nautical miles, the G400 follows at roughly about 4,200 nautical miles, and the PC-24 is substantially shorter-range at roughly about 2,000 nautical miles (varying by load and conditions). For passenger capacity, the G400 and G500 are typically configured around 9 to 14 passengers depending on layout, with the G500 commonly accommodating slightly more in comfort due to its larger cabin. The PC-24 typically carries about 6 to 10 passengers, favoring flexibility, cargo options, and access to smaller airports over maximum range and cabin size.

SpecGulfstream G400Gulfstream G500Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Min Crew441
Total Seats12126
ManufacturerGulfstreamGulfstreamPilatus
Aircraft NameG400G500PC-24
Max Range (nm)420052002076
Max Cabin Seats191910
Useful Load (lbs)30650306506680
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)539516440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)34500000$47,500,000$11,800,000
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 9.00$ 3.71
CertificationIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.90$ 0.62
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats106
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,644$ 1,619
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew41
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Total Seats126
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1910
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.79.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats106
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)3190023500
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW814GAFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)100005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)151443435
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)91.252.2
Wingspan (ft)86.355.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.65.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.45.1
Cabin Length (ft)41.523
Overall Height (ft)25.517.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.13.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)26.317
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)23090