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Airbus Acj320 vs Boeing Bbj Max 7

The Airbus ACJ320 and Boeing BBJ MAX 7 are both VIP/business-jet derivatives of narrowbody airliners, aimed at head-of-state, corporate shuttle, and high-end private missions, but they differ in emphasis. The ACJ320, based on the A320 family, is typically positioned as a larger-cabin option within its class, favoring spacious layouts and comfort for longer time on board; in VIP configurations it commonly accommodates roughly 15 to 50 passengers depending on the level of luxury and meeting/bedroom space. The BBJ MAX 7, derived from the 737 MAX 7, is generally marketed around efficiency and long reach for its size, with typical VIP passenger counts also in the broad 15 to 50 range, again driven by interior density and amenities. On range, both are designed for intercontinental missions well beyond standard airline routes; in general terms, operators can expect approximately 6,000-plus nautical miles for the ACJ320neo-family offerings and around 6,000 to about 7,000 nautical miles for the BBJ MAX 7, depending on tanks, payload, and cabin fit.

SpecAirbus ACJ330 NeoBoeing BBJ MAX 7
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 16.95
Min Crew4
Total Seats1212
ManufacturerAirbusBoeing
Aircraft NameACJ330 NeoBBJ MAX 7
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)60007000
DOC / nm / Seat$ 2.12
Max Cabin Seats35
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)28800
Standard Cabin Seats8
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,965
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Thales
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470470
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$101,500,000$91,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Min Crew4
Total Seats10
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats35
Standard Cabin Seats8
Engine
FADECYes
ModelCFM LEAP-1A27
TBO (hrs)On-Condition
Thrust (lbs)29000
No. of Engines2
Dimensions
Length (ft)123.3
Wingspan (ft)117.5
Cabin Width (ft)12.1
Cabin Height (ft)7.4
Cabin Length (ft)91
Overall Height (ft)38.58
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)7700
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1324