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Bombardier Global 6500 vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Embraer Legacy 650e

The Bombardier Global 6500 is the long-range option of the three, typically cited around 6,600 nautical miles, placing it in the large-cabin, ultra–long-range category suited to nonstop intercontinental missions. It generally accommodates about 13 to 17 passengers depending on layout, with a cabin optimized for multiple living zones and longer-duration comfort. The Dassault Falcon 2000LXS sits in the super‑midsize to large‑cabin segment, emphasizing airport performance and operational flexibility. Its range is commonly quoted around 4,000 nautical miles, making it well suited for transcontinental U.S. and many North Atlantic city pairs with payload and weather considerations. Typical seating is roughly 8 to 10 passengers, though configurations vary. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large‑cabin aircraft derived from the ERJ platform, offering strong cabin volume for its class and often configured for about 13 passengers. Its range is generally around 3,900 nautical miles, positioning it closer to the Falcon 2000LXS for mission length, but with a different cabin-and-operating-cost profile.

SpecBombardier Global 6500Dassault Falcon 2000LXSEmbraer Legacy 650E
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 9.49$ 6.38$ 8.41
Min Crew222
Total Seats141214
ManufacturerBombardierDassault FalconEmbraer
Aircraft NameGlobal 65002000LXSLegacy 650E
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)660041553980
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.68$ 0.80$ 0.70
Max Cabin Seats171019
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats121012
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,895$ 3,073$ 3,860
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Honeywell Primus EASy IIHoneywell Primus Elite
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)504490458
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$56,000,000$35,100,000$26,500,000
Useful Load (lbs)1825022510
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestYesNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNo
Total Seats141214
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats171019
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTAFTAFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats121012
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.68.4
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2530021650
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPearlPW308CAE3007A2
TBO (hrs)On-Condition7000On-Condition
Thrust (lbs)1512570009020
No. of Engines222
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15
Fuel Burn (lbph)1901
Dimensions
Length (ft)99.566.486.5
Wingspan (ft)9470.269.5
Cabin Width (ft)87.76.9
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.26
Cabin Length (ft)43.326.242.4
Overall Height (ft)25.523.222.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.35.2
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.130.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)131286