Head-to-head comparison
Embraer Phenom 300E PW535E1 (post-2020) vs Pilatus PC-24
Side-by-side comparison of published specifications, cabin dimensions, and indicative ownership economics. Advantage verdicts are computed directly from catalog figures.
Dimension-by-dimension advantages
Computed directly from catalog figures. A 4% or greater difference in numeric values qualifies as a meaningful advantage.
Max Range
Embraer Phenom 300E PW535E1 (post-2020) and Pilatus PC-24 are comparable on max range (2,010 nm vs 2,000 nm).
Cruise Speed
Embraer Phenom 300E PW535E1 (post-2020) has a higher cruise speed (464 kts vs 440 kts).
Takeoff Distance
Embraer Phenom 300E PW535E1 (post-2020) and Pilatus PC-24 are comparable on takeoff distance (3,209 ft vs 3,090 ft).
Hourly Operating Cost
Pilatus PC-24 has a shorter hourly operating cost ($3K vs $4K).
Acquisition Price
Embraer Phenom 300E PW535E1 (post-2020) has a shorter acquisition price ($4.0M vs $12.3M).
Passenger Capacity
Embraer Phenom 300E PW535E1 (post-2020) has a higher passenger capacity (10 pax vs 8 pax).
Side-by-side specifications
| Specification | Embraer Phenom 300E PW535E1 (post-2020) | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Production | In production | In production |
| Max range | 2,010 nm | 2,000 nm |
| NBAA IFR range (4 pax) | 2,010 nm | 2,000 nm |
| Max cruise speed | 464 kts | 440 kts |
| Max altitude | 45,000 ft | 45,000 ft |
| Takeoff distance | 3,209 ft | 3,090 ft |
| Landing distance | 2,212 ft | 2,480 ft |
| Max passengers | 10 | 8 |
| Cabin length | 17 ft | 23 ft |
| Cabin width | 5 ft | 6 ft |
| Stand-up cabin | No | No |
| Enclosed lavatory | Yes | No |
| Single-pilot certified | Yes | No |
| Hot & high capable | Yes | No |
| Fuel burn | 183 gph | 191 gph |
| Pre-owned price | $4.0M – $12.5M | $12.3M – $12.3M |
| Total cost/hr (400 hrs) | $4K | $3K |
| Fixed annual cost | $477K | $495K |
| 5-yr residual | — | 85% |
All figures are indicative published values from Camber's curated catalog. Green cells indicate a meaningful advantage on that dimension; verify with full specifications before making acquisition decisions.
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