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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Gulfstream G700

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 sits in the ultra-long-range “VIP airliner” category, derived from a narrowbody commercial jet and typically outfitted as a flying residence or corporate shuttle. It offers the longest reach of the three at roughly about 6,000 nautical miles (depending on configuration) and can be configured for very high passenger counts, often on the order of several dozen up to around a hundred or more in airline-style layouts, though VIP interiors commonly seat far fewer. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a super-midsize business jet aimed at efficient regional and transcontinental missions. Its range is much shorter, roughly around 2,000 nautical miles, and typical passenger capacity is about 8–9 (with maximum seating commonly around 12 depending on layout). The Gulfstream G700 is a flagship large-cabin, ultra-long-range business jet. It bridges private-jet comfort with near-intercontinental capability, offering about 7,500+ nautical miles of range and typically seating around 13–19 in high-end configurations (with higher maximums possible), emphasizing space, speed, and nonstop global city pairs.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Cessna Citation XLS+Gulfstream G700
Summary
Cockpit223
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 5.34
Min Crew424
Total Seats121016
ManufacturerBoeingCessna CitationGulfstream
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9XLS+G700
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)637619067500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.67
Max Cabin Seats35919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)771207540
Standard Cabin Seats8812
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 2,303
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellRockwell Collins Pro Line 21Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470430516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$15,500,000$78,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Min Crew424
Total Seats101016
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats35919
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.3
Standard Cabin Seats8812
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400025230
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Crew RestNoOptional
Jump SeatNoYes
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPW545CPearl 700
TBO (hrs)On-Condition5000On Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 10
Thrust (lbs)28000411918250
No. of Engines222
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.452.5109.9
Wingspan (ft)117.956.3103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.65.58.2
Cabin Height (ft)7.15.76.25
Cabin Length (ft)107.218.556.9
Overall Height (ft)40.317.225.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.73.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.614.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)148580
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10195