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Airbus Acj319 vs Boeing Bbj Max 8 vs Bombardier Global 6500

The Airbus ACJ320 and Boeing BBJ MAX 8 are VIP airliners based on commercial narrowbodies, while the Bombardier Global 6500 is a purpose-built large-cabin business jet. In category terms, the ACJ320 and BBJ MAX 8 typically offer the most interior volume and customization potential, often resembling “flying apartments” with multiple zones, whereas the Global 6500 emphasizes business-jet agility, quieter cabin refinement, and easier access to a wider range of airports. On range, the BBJ MAX 8 is generally the longest-legged of the three at roughly about 6,300 nautical miles, enabling many intercontinental missions. The ACJ320 is also long-range but usually somewhat shorter at around 5,700–6,000 nautical miles depending on configuration. The Global 6500 is close behind at about 6,600 nautical miles, often matching or exceeding the VIP airliners in practical nonstop city-pairs due to its efficiency. Passenger capacity differs most: ACJ320 and BBJ MAX 8 can be configured for large groups, commonly around 25–50 VIP passengers (and more if high-density), while the Global 6500 typically seats about 13–19 in a premium layout.

SpecBoeing BBJ 737 MAXBombardier Global 6500
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 9.49
Min Crew42
Total Seats1214
ManufacturerBoeingBombardier
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 8Global 6500
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)65556600
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.68
Max Cabin Seats3517
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)71700
Standard Cabin Seats812
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 4,895
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellBombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470504
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$99,000,000$56,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew42
Total Seats1014
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats3517
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Standard Cabin Seats812
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestYes
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPearl
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)2800015125
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)129.799.5
Wingspan (ft)117.994
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.68
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.2
Cabin Length (ft)98.443.3
Overall Height (ft)40.325.5
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)91.9
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1200