Bombardier Global 6500 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Bombardier Global 8000 vs Gulfstream G650er vs Gulfstream G700
In category terms, the Bombardier Global 6500 and Gulfstream G650ER sit in the large-cabin, ultra-long-range segment, while the Bombardier Global 7500, Global 8000, and Gulfstream G700 are in the flagship/very-large-cabin, newest-generation ultra-long-range class. For range, the Global 6500 is typically cited around 6,600 nautical miles, and the G650ER around 7,500 nautical miles. The G700 is generally around 7,500 nautical miles as well, but emphasizes a larger, more flexible cabin. Bombardier’s Global 7500 is commonly quoted near 7,700 nautical miles, the Global 8000 around 8,000 nautical miles, making it the longest-range of the group on paper. Passenger capacity varies by configuration, but the Global 6500 and G650ER are often arranged for roughly 12–16 passengers, while the Global 7500, Global 8000, and G700 commonly accommodate about 14–19, with higher maximum certified counts possible depending on layout.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 6500 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Bombardier Global 8000 | Gulfstream G650ER | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.49 | $ 9.50 | $ 9.50 | $ 9.39 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 14 | 19 | 14 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Bombardier | Bombardier | Gulfstream | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 6500 | Global 7500 | Global 8000 | G650ER | G700 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 6600 | 7700 | 8000 | 7500 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.68 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.78 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 17 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,895 | $ 4,900 | $ 4,900 | $ 4,844 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Enhanced and Synthetic Vision Systems | Gulfstream PlaneView II (Primus Epic) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 504 | 516 | 626.7 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $56,000,000 | $75,000,000 | $78,000,000 | $60,000,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | Business Jet | — | — |
| Max Passengers | — | — | 19 | — | — |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | — | 49500 | — |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 14 | 19 | 14 | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 17 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | 2,900 | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | — | 10.7 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 31900 | — |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | Pearl | Passport | Passport | BR725 A1-12 | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On-Condition | On-Condition | On Condition |
| Thrust (lbs) | 15125 | 18920 | 18920 | 16900 | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | — |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 99.5 | 111 | 111 | 99.8 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 94 | 104 | 104 | 99.6 | 103 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8.2 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 43.3 | 54.5 | 54.5 | 46.9 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.5 | 27 | 27 | 25.7 | 25.4 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | — | 6.7 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | — | 32.7 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 235 | 195 |