Airbus Acj319 vs Boeing Bbj Max 8 vs Gulfstream G650er
Airbus ACJ320 and Boeing BBJ MAX 8 sit in the “airliner-based” VIP category, offering wide, customizable cabins suited to office/bedroom layouts and larger delegations, while the Gulfstream G650ER is a purpose-built ultra-long-range business jet optimized for speed, altitude, and private-jet operating flexibility. On range, the G650ER is typically the longest-legged of the three at about 7,500 nautical miles, enabling many nonstop intercontinental city pairs. The BBJ MAX 8 is also intercontinental, commonly cited around 6,000–6,600 nautical miles depending on configuration and tanks. The ACJ320 is broadly similar long-range VIP transport, often quoted roughly in the 5,700–6,000 nautical mile class depending on version and fit. For passenger capacity, the ACJ320 and BBJ MAX 8 can carry the most in high-density airline layouts, but in VIP configurations they’re usually arranged for roughly 25–50 passengers (sometimes more for shuttle-style use). The G650ER typically carries fewer, often around 12–19 in executive layouts, prioritizing space per passenger and nonstop range.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ 737 MAX | Gulfstream G650ER |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 9.39 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 14 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 8 | G650ER |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6555 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.78 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 71700 | 49500 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 4,844 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Gulfstream PlaneView II (Primus Epic) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $99,000,000 | $60,000,000 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 10.7 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 31900 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | BR725 A1-12 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 16900 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 129.7 | 99.8 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 99.6 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.5 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 98.4 | 46.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 25.7 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | 6.7 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 91.9 | 32.7 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1200 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 235 |