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Airbus Acj319 vs Boeing Bbj Max 8 vs Gulfstream G700

The Airbus ACJ320 and Boeing BBJ MAX 8 are airliner-based business jets designed for VIP travel with a strong emphasis on cabin volume, while the Gulfstream G700 is a purpose-built large-cabin business jet optimized for speed, altitude performance, and long-range efficiency. In category terms, the ACJ320 and BBJ MAX 8 sit in the “bizliner” class, typically offering much more usable floor area and layout flexibility than traditional business jets; the G700 is a top-tier long-range business jet with a slightly smaller but highly refined cabin. On range, the BBJ MAX 8 is generally quoted around 6,000–6,600 nautical miles depending on configuration, the ACJ320 is commonly in the roughly 5,800–6,100 nautical mile class, and the G700 is about 7,500 nautical miles, making it the standout for true intercontinental nonstop missions. For passenger capacity, ACJ320 and BBJ MAX 8 can seat well over 100 in airline layouts but are usually fitted for roughly 15–50 in VIP configurations. The G700 typically carries about 10–19 in executive layouts, with higher-density seating possible if required.

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