Bombardier Global 5500 vs Bombardier Global 8000 vs Dassault Falcon 6x vs Gulfstream G500 vs Gulfstream G650er vs Gulfstream G700
The Bombardier Global 5500 and Gulfstream G500 sit in the large-cabin, long-range category, typically carrying about 13–16 passengers. The Global 5500 is commonly quoted around 5,900 nm range, while the G500 is usually cited near 5,300 nm, making the Global 5500 the longer-legged of the two. Stepping up, the Dassault Falcon 6X targets the ultra-long-range large-cabin segment with a typical capacity around 12–16 and a published range near 5,500 nm, emphasizing wide-cabin comfort more than maximum distance. The Gulfstream G650ER and Bombardier Global 8000 are established/next-generation ultra-long-range flagships, generally configured for roughly 14–19 passengers. The G650ER is typically listed around 7,500 nm, while the Global 8000 is marketed around 8,000 nm, aiming to lead on range. At the top end, the Gulfstream G700 is an ultra-long-range, very large-cabin aircraft, often arranged for about 13–19 passengers, with a published range around 7,750 nm, prioritizing cabin volume and amenities alongside intercontinental reach.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 5500 | Bombardier Global 8000 | Dassault Falcon 6X | Gulfstream G500 | Gulfstream G650ER | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.49 | $ 9.50 | $ 7.74 | $ 9.00 | $ 9.39 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 19 | 17 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream | Gulfstream | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 5500 | Global 8000 | 6X | G500 | G650ER | G700 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 5900 | 8000 | 5500 | 5200 | 7500 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.90 | $ 0.78 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 16 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,895 | $ 4,900 | $ 3,845 | $ 4,644 | $ 4,844 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Enhanced and Synthetic Vision Systems | Honeywell Primus EASy III | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Gulfstream PlaneView II (Primus Epic) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 504 | 626.7 | 516 | 516 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $46,000,000 | $78,000,000 | $49,500,000 | $47,500,000 | $60,000,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — | — | — | — |
| Max Passengers | — | 19 | — | — | — | — |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | — | 30650 | 49500 | — |
| Cabin | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 19 | 17 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 19 | 16 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 12 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 2,900 | 3900 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 10.2 | 10.7 | 10.7 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 29200 | 31900 | 31900 | — |
| Engine | ||||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | Pearl | Passport | PW812D | PW814GA | BR725 A1-12 | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 5000 | 10000 | On-Condition | On Condition |
| Thrust (lbs) | 15125 | 18920 | 14000 | 15144 | 16900 | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||||
| Length (ft) | 96 | 111 | 84.3 | 91.2 | 99.8 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 94 | 104 | 85.1 | 86.3 | 99.6 | 103 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8 | 8.5 | 7.6 | 8.2 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 40.8 | 54.5 | 40.4 | 41.5 | 46.9 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.5 | 27 | 24.5 | 25.5 | 25.7 | 25.4 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1843 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 6.3 | 6.1 | 6.7 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 27.5 | 26.3 | 32.7 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 140 | 230 | 235 | 195 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |