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Bombardier Global 6500 vs Bombardier Global 8000 vs Gulfstream G600 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Gulfstream G800 1

All five are long-range, large-cabin business jets, but they separate into “upper-long-range” and “ultra-long-range” categories. The Bombardier Global 6500 and Gulfstream G600 are best viewed as top-tier long-range large-cabin jets: the Global 6500 is typically quoted around 6,600 nautical miles, while the G600 is commonly cited around 6,600–6,700 nautical miles. In passenger capacity, both are generally configured for roughly 12–16 passengers, with maximums often advertised around 17–19 depending on layout. The Bombardier Global 8000, Gulfstream G700, and Gulfstream G800 are the ultra-long-range flagships. The Global 8000 is marketed at about 8,000 nautical miles and typically seats around 14–19 (with higher published maximums depending on configuration). The G700 emphasizes cabin size and comfort with a commonly cited range near 7,500 nautical miles and typical seating around 13–19 (maximum often around 19). The G800 prioritizes distance, commonly advertised around 8,000 nautical miles, with similar typical seating in the mid-to-high teens.

SpecBombardier Global 6500Bombardier Global 8000Gulfstream G600Gulfstream G700Gulfstream G800
Summary
Cockpit2223—
DOC / nm$ 9.49$ 9.50$ 9.28——
Min Crew2444—
Total Seats1419121615
ManufacturerBombardierBombardierGulfstreamGulfstreamGulfstream
Aircraft NameGlobal 6500Global 8000G600G700G800
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAAIn Development—
Max Range (nm)6600800065007500—
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.68$ 0.79$ 0.93——
Max Cabin Seats17191919—
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified—
Standard Cabin Seats12121012—
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,895$ 4,900$ 4,789——
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Enhanced and Synthetic Vision SystemsGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck—
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)504626.7516516982
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$56,000,000$78,000,000$58,500,000$78,000,00071500000
Aircraft Type—Business Jet———
Max Passengers—19———
Useful Load (lbs)——40560——
Cabin
Cockpit2222—
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing——
Min Crew2444—
Crew RestYesYesYesOptional—
Jump SeatYesYesYesYes—
Total Seats14191216—
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD—
Max Cabin Seats17191919—
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFTFWD / AFTFWD / AFT—
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley——
Standard Cabin Seats12121012—
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)—2,900———
Cabin Pressure (psi)——10.7——
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)——31900——
Engine
FADECYesYesYes——
ModelPearlPassportPW815GAPearl 700—
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition10000On Condition—
Thrust (lbs)15125189201568018250—
No. of Engines2222—
Flat Rating—ISA + 15ISA + 15——
Dimensions
Length (ft)99.511196.1109.9—
Wingspan (ft)9410494.1103—
Cabin Width (ft)887.68.2—
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.26.46.25—
Cabin Length (ft)43.354.545.256.9—
Overall Height (ft)25.52725.325.4—
Aisle Step (ft)——Flat FloorFlat Floor—
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)——6.1——
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)——30.2——
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)——230195—