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Airbus Acj320 Neo vs Boeing Bbj Max 7

In category, both the Airbus ACJ320neo and Boeing BBJ MAX 7 are large-cabin “bizliner” derivatives of single-aisle airliners, aimed at VIP and corporate shuttle missions rather than traditional business jets. The ACJ320neo is based on the A320neo family and typically emphasizes spacious cabin volume and flexible multi-zone layouts, while the BBJ MAX 7 is based on the 737 MAX 7 and is positioned similarly for high-end VIP completion and global connectivity. On range, the BBJ MAX 7 is generally advertised with a longer maximum range than the ACJ320neo in typical VIP configurations, often cited around roughly 7,000 nautical miles class for the MAX 7 versus about roughly 6,000 nautical miles class for the ACJ320neo, though real-world range varies significantly with cabin fit, auxiliary tanks, payload, and reserves. On passenger capacity, both can be configured for very low VIP counts (often a few dozen) or higher-density corporate shuttle seating. In airline-style seating, the ACJ320neo platform typically supports more seats than a MAX 7-based cabin, but VIP completions commonly prioritize space over maximum capacity.

SpecAirbus ACJ320 NeoBoeing BBJ MAX 7
Summary
Cockpit2—
DOC / nm$ 14.74—
Min Crew4—
Total Seats1212
ManufacturerAirbusBoeing
Aircraft NameACJ320BBJ MAX 7
CertificationFAA / EASA—
Max Range (nm)67507000
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.84—
Max Cabin Seats35—
OEM VerificationVERIFIED—
Useful Load (lbs)32500—
Standard Cabin Seats8—
Direct Operating Cost$ 6,926—
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Thales—
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470470
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$96,000,000$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)27000—
No. of Engines2—
Dimensions
Length (ft)111—
Wingspan (ft)117.5—
Cabin Width (ft)12.1—
Cabin Height (ft)7.4—
Cabin Length (ft)78.8—
Overall Height (ft)38.58—
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)6710—
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)943—