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Bombardier Global 6000 vs Dassault Falcon 7x vs Gulfstream G500

The Dassault Falcon 7X and Gulfstream G500 are both long-range, large-cabin business jets, but they sit in slightly different niches. The Falcon 7X is typically viewed as an ultra-long-range tri-jet with a strong reputation for operational flexibility, including confident performance into shorter or more challenging airports, and it is often chosen for missions where that versatility matters. The Gulfstream G500 is a newer-generation large-cabin jet that emphasizes high-speed cruise, modern avionics, and a quieter, highly refined cabin experience, generally positioning it as a long-range aircraft just below true ultra-long-range models. On range, the Falcon 7X generally offers the longer published capability, around 5,950 nautical miles, while the G500 is typically listed around 5,300 nautical miles, depending on conditions and configuration. Passenger capacity is broadly similar: both commonly seat about 10 to 14 passengers in typical executive layouts, with higher-density arrangements possible, though real-world comfort is usually optimized in the low-teens rather than at maximum.

SpecDassault Falcon 7XGulfstream G500
Summary
Cockpit32
DOC / nm$ 7.75$ 9.00
Min Crew24
Total Seats1712
ManufacturerDassault FalconGulfstream
Aircraft Name7XG500
CertificationFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)59505200
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.65$ 0.90
Max Cabin Seats1619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)3360030650
Standard Cabin Seats1410
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,850$ 4,644
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$53,800,000$47,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit32
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew24
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatYesYes
Total Seats1712
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1619
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.210.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats1410
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2920031900
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW307APW814GA
TBO (hrs)720010000
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)640215144
No. of Engines32
Dimensions
Length (ft)76.791.2
Wingspan (ft)8686.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.77.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.4
Cabin Length (ft)39.141.5
Overall Height (ft)25.725.5
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1552
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.36.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)26.226.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140230
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor