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Airbus Acj Twotwenty vs Gulfstream G650er

The Airbus ACJ TwoTwenty and Gulfstream G650ER sit in different segments: the ACJ TwoTwenty is a “bizliner” based on an airliner platform, optimized for spacious, residential-style interiors and higher headcount, while the G650ER is a purpose-built ultra-long-range business jet focused on speed, efficiency, and access to smaller airports. On range, the G650ER generally leads, with about 7,500 nautical miles, enabling more nonstop city pairs at typical business-jet mission profiles. The ACJ TwoTwenty is typically cited around 5,650 nautical miles, still long-range, but usually requiring more careful planning for the very longest routes. On passenger capacity, the ACJ TwoTwenty is designed to carry more people in greater comfort, commonly configured for roughly 18 to 40 passengers depending on layout, whereas the G650ER is usually configured for about 11 to 18 passengers. In practice, choose the ACJ TwoTwenty when cabin space and larger groups matter most, and the G650ER when maximum range and airport flexibility are paramount.

SpecAirbus ACJ TwoTwentyGulfstream G650ER
Summary
Cockpit22
Min Crew 24
Total Seats1614
ManufacturerAirbusGulfstream
Aircraft NameACJ TwoTwentyG650ER
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)56507500
Max Cabin Seats1819
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Flight Deck (Base Spec)ThalesGulfstream PlaneView II (Primus Epic)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$80,000,000$60,000,000
DOC / nm$ 9.39
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.78
Useful Load (lbs)49500
Standard Cabin Seats12
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,844
Cabin
Cockpit2
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew4
Crew RestYes
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats14
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats19
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats12
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)31900
Engine
FADECYes
ModelBR725 A1-12
TBO (hrs)On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)16900
No. of Engines2
Dimensions
Length (ft)99.8
Wingspan (ft)99.6
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)8.2
Cabin Height (ft)6.5
Cabin Length (ft)46.9
Overall Height (ft)25.7
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)32.7
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)235