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Airbus Acj319 vs Boeing Bbj Max 8 vs Gulfstream G700

The Airbus ACJ320 and Boeing BBJ MAX 8 are large-cabin VIP airliners derived from commercial narrowbodies, designed for head-of-state or corporate shuttle missions with expansive cabin volume and multi-zone interiors. The Gulfstream G700 is a purpose-built ultra-long-range business jet, emphasizing higher cruise efficiency for smaller groups, access to more airports, and quicker turnarounds. In range, the G700 typically leads with about 7,500 nautical miles, enabling many nonstop intercontinental city pairs. The BBJ MAX 8 is generally in the long-range VIP-airliner class at roughly 6,500–7,000 nautical miles depending on configuration. The ACJ320 sits in a similar bracket, commonly around 6,000–6,500 nautical miles, again varying with cabin outfitting, payload, and auxiliary tanks. Passenger capacity differs sharply. In VIP layouts, ACJ320 and BBJ MAX 8 often carry around 15–50 passengers with lounge, dining, and bedroom zones, but can be configured higher for shuttle use. The G700 typically carries about 10–19 passengers in luxury configurations, prioritizing space per passenger over total seats.

SpecBoeing BBJ 737 MAXGulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit23
DOC / nm$ 15.74
Min Crew44
Total Seats1216
ManufacturerBoeingGulfstream
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 8G700
CertificationFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)65557500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97
Max Cabin Seats3519
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)71700
Standard Cabin Seats812
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$99,000,000$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew44
Total Seats1016
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats3519
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Standard Cabin Seats812
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYes
ModelLEAP-1BPearl 700
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)2800018250
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)129.7109.9
Wingspan (ft)117.9103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.68.2
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.25
Cabin Length (ft)98.456.9
Overall Height (ft)40.325.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)91.9
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1200
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195