Bombardier Global 5500 vs Dassault Falcon 6x vs Gulfstream G500 vs Gulfstream G700
All four are long-range, large-cabin business jets, but they span two main size classes. The Bombardier Global 5500 and Gulfstream G500 sit in the large-cabin, long-range category: both typically carry about 12 to 16 passengers in comfort, with maximum capacities around 19, and offer transcontinental-to-intercontinental reach. The Global 5500 is generally cited around 5,900 nautical miles of range, while the G500 is typically around 5,300 nautical miles. The Dassault Falcon 6X steps up into the ultra-long-range, wide-cabin class. It commonly seats about 12 to 16, with higher maximums depending on layout, and is generally quoted around 5,500 nautical miles of range, emphasizing cabin width and comfort. The Gulfstream G700 is the largest and longest-legged of the group, firmly in the ultra-long-range flagship category. It typically accommodates about 13 to 19 passengers in high-comfort configurations, with maximum layouts approaching the upper teens, and is commonly quoted around 7,500 nautical miles of range, enabling more nonstop city pairs than the others.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 5500 | Dassault Falcon 6X | Gulfstream G500 | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.49 | $ 7.74 | $ 9.00 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 12 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 5500 | 6X | G500 | G700 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 5900 | 5500 | 5200 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.90 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 16 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 10 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,895 | $ 3,845 | $ 4,644 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy III | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 504 | 516 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $46,000,000 | $49,500,000 | $47,500,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 30650 | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 12 | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 16 | 19 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 10 | 12 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 10.2 | 10.7 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 29200 | 31900 | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 3900 | — | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | Pearl | PW812D | PW814GA | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 10000 | On Condition |
| Thrust (lbs) | 15125 | 14000 | 15144 | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 17 | ISA + 15 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 96 | 84.3 | 91.2 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 94 | 85.1 | 86.3 | 103 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8.5 | 7.6 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.4 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 40.8 | 40.4 | 41.5 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.5 | 24.5 | 25.5 | 25.4 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1843 | — | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | 6.1 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 27.5 | 26.3 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 230 | 195 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |