Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Dassault Falcon 8x
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 is a large VIP airliner–class aircraft, offering the longest typical range in this group at roughly 6,000–6,600 nautical miles and the highest passenger capacity, commonly configured for about 25–50 passengers (and capable of more depending on layout). The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range business jet with about 7,700 nautical miles of range and usually seats around 14–19 passengers in executive configurations. The Dassault Falcon 8X is also an ultra-long-range business jet, with approximately 6,450 nautical miles of range and typically carries about 12–16 passengers, emphasizing efficiency and flexible cabin layouts. The Daher TBM 960 sits in a different category as a single-engine turboprop, optimized for owner-pilot and short-to-medium missions, with about 1,700 nautical miles of range and seating generally for 4–6 passengers. In short, the TBM 960 prioritizes simplicity and access, the Falcon 8X and Global 7500 target long-haul executive travel, and the BBJ MAX 9 prioritizes cabin volume and group transport.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Daher TBM 960 | Dassault Falcon 8X |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 9.50 | $ 2.25 | $ 7.66 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 14 | 6 | 17 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Bombardier | Daher TBM | Dassault Falcon |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | Global 7500 | TBM 960 | 8X |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 7700 | 1730 | 6450 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.56 | $ 0.64 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | — | 16 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | — | 2908 | 36900 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 4 | 14 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 4,900 | $ 744 | $ 3,805 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Garmin G3000 | Honeywell Primus EASy II |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 330 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $75,000,000 | $4,450,000 | $ 62,500,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | Turbo Prop | — |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 | 6 | 17 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | — | 16 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | — | 6.2 | 10.2 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 4 | 14 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | — | 14390 | 29200 |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | — | No |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | — | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | MID | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | — | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | — | Galley |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — | 3900 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | LEAP-1B | Passport | TBM 960 | PW307D |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 3500 | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 49 | ISA + 17 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 18920 | — | 6722 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | — | 3 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 111 | 35.3 | 80.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 104 | 42.1 | 86.3 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 8 | 4 | 7.7 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.2 | 4.1 | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 54.5 | 13.4 | 42.7 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 27 | — | 26.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — | — | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | — | 29.2 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 123 | 1695 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 140 |