Bombardier Global 5500 vs Dassault Falcon 900lx vs Gulfstream G400 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx
The Bombardier Global 5500 and Dassault Falcon 900LX are large-cabin intercontinental business jets, while the Gulfstream G400 sits in the large-cabin, long-range class but generally a step below true ultra-long-range models. The Pilatus PC-12 NGX is a single‑engine turboprop, best categorized as a versatile utility/executive aircraft rather than a heavy business jet. On range, the Global 5500 is typically around the 5,900 nautical mile class, enabling many transoceanic missions. The Falcon 900LX is also intercontinental at roughly 4,750 nm, helped by its efficient trijet design and strong short-field performance. The Gulfstream G400 is expected in the long-range category at about 4,200 nm, oriented toward high-speed, large-cabin regional-to-transcontinental missions. The PC-12 NGX is far shorter-range by comparison, roughly around 1,800 nm, optimized for flexibility and access to smaller airports. For passenger capacity, the Global 5500 and Falcon 900LX commonly seat about 13–16 in typical executive layouts. The G400 is generally planned around 10–12. The PC-12 NGX typically carries 6–10 in executive seating (up to more in commuter configurations).
| Spec | Bombardier Global 5500 | Dassault Falcon 900LX | Gulfstream G400 | Pilatus PC-12 NGX |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | — | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.49 | $ 7.57 | — | $ 2.78 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | 12 | 8 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Global 5500 | 900LX | G400 | PC-12 NGX |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | — | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 5900 | 4750 | 4200 | 1803 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.63 | — | $ 0.46 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 14 | 19 | 9 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | — | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | — | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,895 | $ 3,588 | — | $ 793 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Honeywell Primus Apex |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 504 | 498 | 539 | 290 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $46,000,000 | $44,000,000 | 34500000 | $5,350,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 22450 | 30650 | — |
| Flight Rules | — | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | — | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | — | Optional |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | — | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | — | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | — | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 16 | — | 8 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 16 | 14 | — | 9 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | AFT | — | FWD |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | — | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | — | 6 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.6 | — | 5.8 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 25300 | — | 13100 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | Pearl | TFE731-60 | — | PT6E-67XP |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | — | 5000 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 15125 | 5000 | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | — | 1 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 17 | — | ISA + 35 |
| Horsepower | — | — | — | 1200 |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | — | — | 402 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 96 | 66.4 | — | 47.25 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 94 | 70.2 | — | 53.33 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 7.7 | — | 5 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | — | 4.9 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 40.8 | 33.2 | — | 16.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.5 | 24.8 | — | 14 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1264 | — | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | — | 4.25 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 23.5 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 127 | — | 40 |