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Airbus Acj320 Neo vs Dassault Falcon 7x vs Dassault Falcon 8x

In category terms, the Airbus ACJ320neo is a VIP airliner derived from a single-aisle commercial jet, optimized for spacious, custom cabin layouts and high-comfort long missions. The Dassault Falcon 7X and Falcon 8X are purpose-built large-cabin business jets, emphasizing efficient long-range performance, access to more airports, and a quieter, more integrated corporate-jet cabin experience. For range, the ACJ320neo typically offers intercontinental capability but is generally not positioned as an ultra-long-range nonstop platform in the same way as the longest-range business jets; the Falcon 7X is a proven ultra-long-range jet, while the Falcon 8X extends that capability further, giving it the best nonstop reach of the three in most configurations. Passenger capacity differs the most. The ACJ320neo can be configured for a relatively high number of passengers in VIP transport compared with traditional business jets, often accommodating several dozen depending on layout. The Falcon 7X and 8X usually seat fewer—commonly in the low to mid teens in executive configurations—prioritizing individual space, sleeping berths, and meeting areas over maximum occupancy.

SpecAirbus ACJ320 NeoDassault Falcon 7XDassault Falcon 8X
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 14.74$ 7.75$ 7.66
Min Crew422
Total Seats121717
ManufacturerAirbusDassault FalconDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameACJ3207X8X
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)675059506450
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.84$ 0.65$ 0.64
Max Cabin Seats351616
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)325003360036900
Standard Cabin Seats81414
Direct Operating Cost$ 6,926$ 3,850$ 3,805
Flight Deck (Base Spec)ThalesHoneywell Primus EASy IIHoneywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$96,000,000$53,800,000$ 62,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit233
Min Crew422
Total Seats101717
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats351616
Standard Cabin Seats81414
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatYesYes
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.210.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2920029200
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)39003900
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelCFM LEAP-1A27PW307APW307D
TBO (hrs)On-Condition7200On-Condition
Thrust (lbs)2700064026722
No. of Engines233
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 17
Dimensions
Length (ft)11176.780.2
Wingspan (ft)117.58686.3
Cabin Width (ft)12.17.77.7
Cabin Height (ft)7.46.26.2
Cabin Length (ft)78.839.142.7
Overall Height (ft)38.5825.726.1
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)671015521695
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)943
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.36.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)26.229.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140140