Bombardier Global 5500 vs Dassault Falcon 6x vs Dassault Falcon 7x vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G500
All five are long-range large-cabin business jets, but they span different performance tiers. The Bombardier Global 5500 and Gulfstream G500 sit in the upper large-cabin segment, typically offering ranges around the low‑to‑mid 5,000‑nautical‑mile class and generally accommodating about 8–12 passengers in common layouts, with higher-density configurations possible. Dassault’s Falcon 6X is a newer large-cabin twin with a range in the mid‑5,000‑nautical‑mile class and similar typical capacity, emphasizing cabin cross-section and comfort. The Falcon 7X, 8X, and 6X are notable for three‑engine (7X/8X) or advanced twin (6X) designs and strong runway performance flexibility. The Falcon 7X is a proven long‑range tri‑jet, commonly in the mid‑5,000‑nautical‑mile bracket with roughly 8–12 passengers typical. The Falcon 8X is the longest‑range of this Dassault group, extending into the 6,000+‑nautical‑mile class and often configured for 8–14 passengers. Overall, the 8X leads on range, while the Global 5500, G500, 6X, and 7X cluster slightly below, with broadly comparable passenger counts depending on cabin layout.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 5500 | Dassault Falcon 6X | Dassault Falcon 7X | Dassault Falcon 8X | Gulfstream G500 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.49 | $ 7.74 | $ 7.75 | $ 7.66 | $ 9.00 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 12 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Dassault Falcon | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 5500 | 6X | 7X | 8X | G500 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 5900 | 5500 | 5950 | 6450 | 5200 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.65 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.90 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 10 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,895 | $ 3,845 | $ 3,850 | $ 3,805 | $ 4,644 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy III | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 504 | 516 | 516 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $46,000,000 | $49,500,000 | $53,800,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $47,500,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 33600 | 36900 | 30650 |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 12 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 10 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 10.2 | 10.2 | 10.2 | 10.7 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 29200 | 29200 | 29200 | 31900 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 3900 | 3900 | 3900 | — |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Pearl | PW812D | PW307A | PW307D | PW814GA |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 7200 | On-Condition | 10000 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 15125 | 14000 | 6402 | 6722 | 15144 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 17 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 15 |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 96 | 84.3 | 76.7 | 80.2 | 91.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 94 | 85.1 | 86 | 86.3 | 86.3 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8.5 | 7.7 | 7.7 | 7.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6.4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 40.8 | 40.4 | 39.1 | 42.7 | 41.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.5 | 24.5 | 25.7 | 26.1 | 25.5 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1843 | 1552 | 1695 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | 6.3 | 6.3 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 27.5 | 26.2 | 29.2 | 26.3 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 140 | 140 | 230 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | — | — | Flat Floor |