Airbus Acj320 vs Airbus Acj320 Neo vs Boeing Bbj Max 8 vs Bombardier Global 8000 vs Gulfstream G700
The Airbus ACJ330neo sits in the VIP widebody category, offering by far the most cabin volume and the highest passenger capability (typically dozens, and it can be configured for well over 50), with intercontinental range on the order of roughly 9,000–10,000 nautical miles depending on variant and fit. The Airbus ACJ320neo is a VIP narrowbody airliner: less space than the ACJ330neo but still “airliner-sized” for corporate use, typically carrying around 15–30 in high-comfort layouts, with range roughly about 6,000 nautical miles. Boeing’s BBJ 737 MAX family is the closest peer to the ACJ320neo, also a VIP narrowbody; typical passenger counts are similar (often 15–30), with ranges commonly around 6,000–7,000 nautical miles depending on model and auxiliary tanks. Bombardier’s Global 8000 and Gulfstream’s G700 are purpose-built long-range business jets. They carry fewer people (commonly about 10–19) but deliver ultra-long-range performance around 7,500–8,000 nautical miles, with the G700 emphasizing large-cabin comfort and the Global 8000 pushing the upper end of range and speed.
| Spec | Airbus ACJ330 Neo | Airbus ACJ320 Neo | Boeing BBJ 737 MAX | Bombardier Global 8000 | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 16.95 | $ 14.74 | $ 15.74 | $ 9.50 | — |
| Min Crew | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 12 | 12 | 19 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Airbus | Airbus | Boeing | Bombardier | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | ACJ330 Neo | ACJ320 | BBJ MAX 8 | Global 8000 | G700 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 6000 | 6750 | 6555 | 8000 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 2.12 | $ 1.84 | $ 1.97 | $ 0.79 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 35 | 35 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 28800 | 32500 | 71700 | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 8 | 12 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,965 | $ 6,926 | $ 7,396 | $ 4,900 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Thales | Thales | Honeywell | Enhanced and Synthetic Vision Systems | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 470 | 470 | 626.7 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $101,500,000 | $96,000,000 | $99,000,000 | $78,000,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | — | — | Business Jet | — |
| Max Passengers | — | — | — | 19 | — |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 10 | 19 | 16 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | Green Interior | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 35 | 35 | 19 | 19 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 8 | 12 | 12 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 9 | — | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 24000 | — | — |
| Lavatory | — | — | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Crew Rest | — | — | — | Yes | Optional |
| Jump Seat | — | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | — | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | — | — | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | — | Galley | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 2,900 | — |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | CFM LEAP-1A27 | CFM LEAP-1A27 | LEAP-1B | Passport | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On-Condition | On-Condition | On Condition |
| Thrust (lbs) | 29000 | 27000 | 28000 | 18920 | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Flat Rating | — | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | — |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 123.3 | 111 | 129.7 | 111 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.5 | 117.5 | 117.9 | 104 | 103 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 12.1 | 12.1 | 11.6 | 8 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.4 | 7.4 | 7.1 | 6.2 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 91 | 78.8 | 98.4 | 54.5 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 38.58 | 38.58 | 40.3 | 27 | 25.4 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 7700 | 6710 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1324 | 943 | 1200 | — | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 10.7 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 91.9 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | — | — | 195 |