Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700
The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 sits in the airliner-derived “VIP transport” category, prioritizing space and customization over pure business-jet efficiency. It offers roughly 3,500–3,800 nautical miles of range (depending on configuration) and typically carries a VIP layout of about 25–50 passengers, though it can be configured for more. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet optimized for shorter to medium missions, with about 2,100 nautical miles of range and seating commonly around 8–9 passengers. The Dassault Falcon 8X is an ultra-long-range large-cabin business jet, designed for intercontinental missions with about 6,400–6,450 nautical miles of range and typical seating around 12–16 passengers in executive layouts. The Gulfstream G700 is a flagship large-cabin, ultra-long-range business jet emphasizing speed, cabin volume, and nonstop global city pairs, offering about 7,500 nautical miles of range and usually accommodating roughly 13–19 passengers, depending on cabin plan.
| Spec | Boeing BBJ MAX 9 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Dassault Falcon 8X | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 15.74 | $ 5.34 | $ 7.66 | — |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 10 | 17 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Boeing | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | BBJ MAX 9 | XLS+ | 8X | G700 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 6376 | 1906 | 6450 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 1.97 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.64 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 9 | 16 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 77120 | 7540 | 36900 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 14 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 7,396 | $ 2,303 | $ 3,805 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 430 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $107,700,000 | $15,500,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Min Crew | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 17 | 16 |
| Configuration | Green Interior | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 35 | 9 | 16 | 19 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 9.3 | 10.2 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 14 | 12 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24000 | 25230 | 29200 | — |
| Lavatory | — | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Crew Rest | — | No | No | Optional |
| Jump Seat | — | No | Yes | Yes |
| Galley Location | — | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Lavatory Location | — | AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | Galley | Galley | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 3900 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | LEAP-1B | PW545C | PW307D | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | On-Condition | On Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 17 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 28000 | 4119 | 6722 | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 138.4 | 52.5 | 80.2 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 117.9 | 56.3 | 86.3 | 103 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | 0.7 | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 11.6 | 5.5 | 7.7 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 7.1 | 5.7 | 6.2 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 107.2 | 18.5 | 42.7 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 40.3 | 17.2 | 26.1 | 25.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 10.7 | 3.9 | 6.3 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 100.6 | 14.3 | 29.2 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 1485 | 80 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | 140 | 195 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1695 | — |