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Airbus Acj Twotwenty vs Bombardier Global 8000 vs Gulfstream G650er

The Airbus ACJ TwoTwenty sits in the “bizliner” category, derived from an airliner platform and optimized for spacious cabin volume and flexible interior zones rather than pure long-range business-jet performance. It typically offers transcontinental-to-intercontinental reach of roughly 5,000+ nautical miles and is often configured for a larger group, commonly around 18–19 passengers, with layouts that can vary widely by operator. The Bombardier Global 8000 is an ultra-long-range purpose-built business jet focused on very high speed and range. It is marketed around an approximately 8,000-nautical-mile class range, enabling many nonstop city pairs across oceans, and it generally carries about 13–19 passengers depending on configuration. The Gulfstream G650ER is also an ultra-long-range flagship business jet, known for high cruise speed and proven intercontinental capability, with an approximate 7,500-nautical-mile class range and typical seating in the 11–18 passenger range. In short, the ACJ TwoTwenty prioritizes cabin space and comfort for larger parties, while the Global 8000 and G650ER prioritize maximum nonstop range and performance in a classic large-cabin business-jet format.

SpecAirbus ACJ TwoTwentyBombardier Global 8000Gulfstream G650ER
Summary
Cockpit222
Min Crew 244
Total Seats161914
ManufacturerAirbusBombardierGulfstream
Aircraft NameACJ TwoTwentyGlobal 8000G650ER
Aircraft TypeBusiness JetBusiness Jet—
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)565080007500
Max Cabin Seats181919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Flight Deck (Base Spec)ThalesEnhanced and Synthetic Vision SystemsGulfstream PlaneView II (Primus Epic)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470626.7516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$80,000,000$78,000,000$60,000,000
DOC / nm—$ 9.50$ 9.39
Max Passengers—19—
DOC / nm / Seat—$ 0.79$ 0.78
Standard Cabin Seats—1212
Direct Operating Cost—$ 4,900$ 4,844
Useful Load (lbs)——49500
Cabin
Cockpit—22
Lavatory—2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew—44
Crew Rest—YesYes
Jump Seat—YesYes
Total Seats—1914
Galley Location—FWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats—1919
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Galley / Refreshment—GalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats—1212
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)—2,900—
Cabin Pressure (psi)——10.7
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)——31900
Engine
FADEC—YesYes
Model—PassportBR725 A1-12
TBO (hrs)—On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat Rating—ISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)—1892016900
No. of Engines—22
Dimensions
Length (ft)—11199.8
Wingspan (ft)—10499.6
Cabin Width (ft)—88.2
Cabin Height (ft)—6.26.5
Cabin Length (ft)—54.546.9
Overall Height (ft)—2725.7
Aisle Step (ft)——Flat Floor
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)——6.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)——32.7
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)——235