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Boeing Bbj Max 8 vs Bombardier Global 7000 vs Gulfstream G600

The Boeing BBJ 737 MAX and the Gulfstream G600 sit in different business-aviation categories. A BBJ 737 MAX is a “bizliner,” derived from an airliner platform, optimized for spacious cabin volume and customization, often including multiple living zones. The Gulfstream G600 is a large-cabin purpose-built business jet designed for premium comfort with a smaller footprint, high performance, and access to more airports. On range, BBJ 737 MAX variants are typically marketed with roughly 6,000–7,000 nautical miles depending on configuration and reserves, enabling many intercontinental missions. The Gulfstream G600 is generally rated around 6,600 nautical miles, putting it in a similar long-range bracket for typical business-jet planning. Passenger capacity differs most in practice: the BBJ 737 MAX can be configured to carry a few dozen passengers in VIP layouts and is structurally capable of far more in airline-style seating, though that’s not the usual mission. The G600 is usually arranged for about 10–19 passengers, prioritizing executive seating, berths, and baggage over maximum headcount.

SpecBoeing BBJ 737 MAXGulfstream G600
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 9.28
Min Crew44
Total Seats1212
ManufacturerBoeingGulfstream
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 8G600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA
Max Range (nm)65556500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.93
Max Cabin Seats3519
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)7170040560
Standard Cabin Seats810
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 4,789
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$99,000,000$58,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew44
Total Seats1012
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats3519
Cabin Pressure (psi)910.7
Standard Cabin Seats810
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400031900
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew RestYes
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPW815GA
TBO (hrs)On-Condition10000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)2800015680
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)129.796.1
Wingspan (ft)117.994.1
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.67.6
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.4
Cabin Length (ft)98.445.2
Overall Height (ft)40.325.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.76.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)91.930.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1200
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)230