Bombardier Global 5000 vs Dassault Falcon 7x vs Dassault Falcon 8x
All three aircraft sit in the large-cabin, long-range business jet category, but they differ in emphasis. The Bombardier Global 5000 is a large-cabin intercontinental jet, typically offering around 5,200 nautical miles of range and commonly seating about 13 passengers in executive configurations (with layouts varying by operator). The Dassault Falcon 7X is also a large-cabin, long-range jet, generally quoted at about 5,950 nautical miles of range and typically configured for roughly 12 to 14 passengers, with a reputation for strong short-field capability thanks in part to its trijet design. The Dassault Falcon 8X is the 7X’s longer-legged successor in the same category, extending range to roughly 6,450 nautical miles and usually accommodating a similar passenger count—often around 12 to 16—while offering more flexibility for cabin layouts and mission planning. In practical terms, the Global 5000 is highly competitive for transoceanic missions, the 7X adds extra range and operational versatility, and the 8X provides the greatest nonstop reach of the three while keeping comparable cabin capacity.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 5000 | Dassault Falcon 7X | Dassault Falcon 8X |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 10.21 | $ 7.75 | $ 7.66 |
| Min Crew | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 15 | 17 | 17 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Dassault Falcon |
| Aircraft Name | Global 5000 | 7X | 8X |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 5526 | 5950 | 6450 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.65 | $ 0.64 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 15 | 16 | 16 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 41889 | 33600 | 36900 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 13 | 14 | 14 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 5,093 | $ 3,850 | $ 3,805 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Honeywell Primus EASy II |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 504 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 50,500,000 | $53,800,000 | $ 62,500,000 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 15 | 17 | 17 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 15 | 16 | 16 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 10.3 | 10.2 | 10.2 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 13 | 14 | 14 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 30125 | 29200 | 29200 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 3900 | 3900 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | BR710 A2-20 | PW307A | PW307D |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 7200 | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 20 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 17 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 14750 | 6402 | 6722 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 96.8 | 76.7 | 80.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 94 | 86 | 86.3 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.9 | 7.7 | 7.7 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 40.8 | 39.1 | 42.7 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.5 | 25.7 | 26.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.5 | 6.3 | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 27.2 | 26.2 | 29.2 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 195 | 140 | 140 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1552 | 1695 |