Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Gulfstream G700
Boeing’s BBJ MAX 9 sits in the “bizliner” category, essentially a large commercial airframe adapted for VIP use. It offers intercontinental range typically cited around 6,000+ nautical miles depending on fit and mission, and it can carry far more people than purpose-built business jets: in airline-style seating well over 100, while luxury/VIP layouts are often several dozen. The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range business jet designed for nonstop intercontinental missions, with an advertised range around 7,700 nautical miles and a typical executive load of about 14–19 passengers, though certified maximums can be higher. Embraer’s Legacy 650E is a large-cabin, long-range business jet suited more to transoceanic but not extreme long-haul missions, with range around 3,900–4,000 nautical miles and seating typically 13–14 passengers. Gulfstream’s G700 is an ultra-long-range flagship in the large-cabin segment, with advertised range around 7,500 nautical miles and typical seating about 13–19 passengers, prioritizing speed, cabin volume, and nonstop city pairs.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 9.50 | — |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 14 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Bombardier | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | Global 7500 | G700 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 7700 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.79 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 4,900 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $75,000,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 | 16 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 19 | 19 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 12 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | — | — |
| Lavatory | — | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Crew Rest | — | Yes | Optional |
| Jump Seat | — | Yes | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | LEAP-1B | Passport | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 18920 | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 111 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 104 | 103 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 8 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 6.2 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 54.5 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 27 | 25.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 195 |