Bombardier Global 5500 vs Dassault Falcon 6x vs Gulfstream G500 vs Gulfstream G800
In category terms, the Bombardier Global 5500 and Gulfstream G500 are typically considered large-cabin business jets, while the Dassault Falcon 6X and Gulfstream G800 sit in the ultra-long-range, ultra-large-cabin class, with the G800 being the most range-focused. For range, the Global 5500 is generally around 5,900 nautical miles, the G500 about 5,300 nautical miles, the Falcon 6X about 5,500 nautical miles, and the G800 roughly 8,000 nautical miles, making it the clear leader for nonstop intercontinental missions. Passenger capacity overlaps but trends upward with cabin size: the Global 5500 and G500 are commonly configured for about 8 to 14 passengers, the Falcon 6X often about 12 to 16, and the G800 typically around 12 to 19 depending on layout. In practice, the Global 5500 and G500 fit long-range missions with strong cabin comfort, the Falcon 6X emphasizes a very wide, tall cabin with transoceanic reach, and the G800 targets the longest city pairs with higher typical seating flexibility.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 5500 | Dassault Falcon 6X | Gulfstream G500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.49 | $ 7.74 | $ 9.00 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 12 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 5500 | 6X | G500 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 5900 | 5500 | 5200 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.90 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 16 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 10 |
| 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 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 504 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $46,000,000 | $49,500,000 | $47,500,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 30650 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 12 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 16 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 10 |
| 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 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | 10000 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 15125 | 14000 | 15144 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 17 | ISA + 15 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 96 | 84.3 | 91.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 94 | 85.1 | 86.3 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8.5 | 7.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 40.8 | 40.4 | 41.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.5 | 24.5 | 25.5 |
| 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 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor |