Bombardier Global 6500 vs Dassault Falcon 6x vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G650er vs Gulfstream G800 1
All five are ultra-long-range business jets, but they split into two practical groups: large-cabin long-range and true intercontinental flagships. The Bombardier Global 6500 sits in the large-cabin long-range category, typically offering around 6,600 nautical miles of range and accommodating roughly 13–17 passengers depending on layout. Dassault’s Falcon 6X is a new-generation large-cabin long-range jet with about 5,500 nautical miles of range and similar typical seating, often around 12–16. The Falcon 8X steps up into the ultra-long-range bracket at roughly 6,450 nautical miles and generally carries about 12–16. Gulfstream’s G650ER is a benchmark intercontinental ultra-long-range jet at about 7,500 nautical miles, commonly configured for around 14–19 passengers. The newest Gulfstream G800 is positioned as the current top-end intercontinental offering, with advertised range around 8,000 nautical miles and a typical capacity in the same broad band, roughly 14–19 passengers, with final numbers driven by cabin configuration.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 6500 | Dassault Falcon 6X | Dassault Falcon 8X | Gulfstream G650ER | Gulfstream G800 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | — |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.49 | $ 7.74 | $ 7.66 | $ 9.39 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 15 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 6500 | 6X | 8X | G650ER | G750 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | — |
| Max Range (nm) | 6600 | 5500 | 6450 | 7500 | — |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.68 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.78 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 17 | 16 | 16 | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | — |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,895 | $ 3,845 | $ 3,805 | $ 4,844 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy III | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream PlaneView II (Primus Epic) | — |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 504 | 516 | 516 | 516 | 982 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $56,000,000 | $49,500,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $60,000,000 | 71500000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 36900 | 49500 | — |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | — |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | — |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | No | Yes | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 17 | 14 | — |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 17 | 16 | 16 | 19 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 10.2 | 10.2 | 10.7 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 29200 | 29200 | 31900 | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 3900 | 3900 | — | — |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | Pearl | PW812D | PW307D | BR725 A1-12 | — |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | On-Condition | On-Condition | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 15125 | 14000 | 6722 | 16900 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | — |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 17 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 15 | — |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 99.5 | 84.3 | 80.2 | 99.8 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 94 | 85.1 | 86.3 | 99.6 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8.5 | 7.7 | 8.2 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.2 | 6.5 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 43.3 | 40.4 | 42.7 | 46.9 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.5 | 24.5 | 26.1 | 25.7 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1843 | 1695 | — | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | 6.3 | 6.7 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 27.5 | 29.2 | 32.7 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 140 | 235 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | — | Flat Floor | — |