Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Embraer Legacy 650 E
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large, airliner-based business jet suited to VIP transport and high-capacity missions. It offers the longest reach in this group at roughly 6,300 nautical miles and typically carries a few dozen passengers in executive layouts (often around 25–50, depending on configuration). The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range purpose-built business jet, optimized for speed, comfort, and nonstop intercontinental flying; it reaches about 7,700 nautical miles and commonly seats around 14–19. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large-cabin business jet aimed at long-range corporate travel rather than ultra-long-range; it has about 3,900 nautical miles of range and typically accommodates roughly 13 passengers. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single-engine turboprop utility aircraft focused on short-haul, rugged-field operations and regional access; its range is roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on payload, and it generally seats about 9–14. Overall, the Global 7500 leads on range and high-end cabin efficiency, the BBJ MAX 9 leads on space and potential passenger count, the Legacy 650E is a capable long-range large-cabin option, and the Caravan EX is the practical short-range workhorse.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Bombardier Global 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 9.50 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 14 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Bombardier |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | Global 7500 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 7700 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.79 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 4,900 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $75,000,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 |
| 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) | — | 4500 |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | Passport |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 18920 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 111 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 104 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 8 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 54.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 27 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — |