Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Bombardier Global 6500 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Dassault Falcon 6x vs Dassault Falcon 8x
The Bombardier Challenger 650 is a large-cabin business jet, best suited to regional and transcontinental missions, with an advertised range around 4,000 nautical miles and typically configured for about 10–12 passengers (with maximums higher depending on layout). The Dassault Falcon 6X and Bombardier Global 6500 sit in the long-range, large-cabin class: the 6X is generally quoted around 5,500 nautical miles and often seats about 12–16, while the Global 6500 is typically listed around 6,600 nautical miles and is commonly arranged for roughly 13–17. Stepping up, the Dassault Falcon 8X is an ultra-long-range trijet, usually advertised near 6,450 nautical miles with typical seating around 12–16. At the top end, the Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range, extra-large-cabin flagship, commonly cited around 7,700 nautical miles and typically configured for about 14–19 passengers. In short, Challenger 650 prioritizes shorter long-haul capability and value; Global 6500, Falcon 6X, and Falcon 8X target true long-range missions; Global 7500 maximizes range and cabin volume.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 650 | Bombardier Global 6500 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Dassault Falcon 6X | Dassault Falcon 8X |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.16 | $ 9.49 | $ 9.50 | $ 7.74 | $ 7.66 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 11 | 14 | 14 | 17 | 17 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Bombardier | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Dassault Falcon |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 650 | Global 6500 | Global 7500 | 6X | 8X |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 4085 | 6600 | 7700 | 5500 | 6450 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.80 | $ 0.68 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.64 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 17 | 19 | 16 | 16 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 21050 | — | — | — | 36900 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 14 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,365 | $ 4,895 | $ 4,900 | $ 3,845 | $ 3,805 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy III | Honeywell Primus EASy II |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 504 | 516 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $32,400,000 | $56,000,000 | $75,000,000 | $49,500,000 | $ 62,500,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | — | Business Jet | — | — |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 11 | 14 | 14 | 17 | 17 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 17 | 19 | 16 | 16 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | — | — | 10.2 | 10.2 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 14 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23000 | — | — | 29200 | 29200 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 4500 | 3900 | 3900 |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | CF34-3B MTO | Pearl | Passport | PW812D | PW307D |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On-Condition | 5000 | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 17 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 9220 | 15125 | 18920 | 14000 | 6722 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 68.4 | 99.5 | 111 | 84.3 | 80.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 64.4 | 94 | 104 | 85.1 | 86.3 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.9 | 8 | 8 | 8.5 | 7.7 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.6 | 43.3 | 54.5 | 40.4 | 42.7 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20.7 | 25.5 | 27 | 24.5 | 26.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.9 | — | — | 6.3 | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 15.4 | — | — | 27.5 | 29.2 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 112 | — | — | 140 | 140 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 1843 | 1695 |