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Boeing Bbj Max 8 vs Bombardier Global 8000 vs Gulfstream G800

The Boeing BBJ 737 MAX is a large-cabin, airline-derivative business jet aimed at moving bigger groups in comfort rather than chasing ultra-long range. In category terms it sits closer to a VIP airliner than a purpose-built long-range business jet. Its typical range is roughly in the 6,000–7,000 nautical mile class depending on variant, fit-out, and payload, and it can be configured for very high passenger counts, often several dozen, with maximum layouts far above traditional business jets. The Bombardier Global 8000 is a purpose-built ultra-long-range business jet focused on nonstop intercontinental missions. It targets about 8,000 nautical miles of range and typically carries around 8 to 19 passengers in executive configurations, emphasizing private suites, high-speed cruise, and long endurance. The Gulfstream G800 is also an ultra-long-range flagship in the same category, designed for roughly 8,000 nautical miles of range (or more depending on conditions) with similar typical executive seating, generally in the low-to-high teens. Compared with the BBJ, both the Global 8000 and G800 trade group capacity for higher mission efficiency and purpose-built long-range business-jet performance.

SpecBoeing BBJ 737 MAXBombardier Global 8000
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 9.50
Min Crew44
Total Seats1219
ManufacturerBoeingBombardier
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 8Global 8000
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)65558000
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.79
Max Cabin Seats3519
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)71700—
Standard Cabin Seats812
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 4,900
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellEnhanced and Synthetic Vision Systems
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470626.7
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$99,000,000$78,000,000
Aircraft Type—Business Jet
Max Passengers—19
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew44
Total Seats1019
ConfigurationGreen Interior—
Max Cabin Seats3519
Cabin Pressure (psi)9—
Standard Cabin Seats812
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000—
Lavatory—2 Enclosed Flushing
Crew Rest—Yes
Jump Seat—Yes
Galley Location—FWD
Lavatory Location—FWD / AFT
Galley / Refreshment—Galley
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)—2,900
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPassport
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)2800018920
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)129.7111
Wingspan (ft)117.9104
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor—
Cabin Width (ft)11.68
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.2
Cabin Length (ft)98.454.5
Overall Height (ft)40.327
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7—
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)91.9—
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)1200—