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Bombardier Global 6500 vs Dassault Falcon 7x vs Gulfstream G500

All three are large-cabin, long-range business jets, but they emphasize different strengths. The Bombardier Global 6500 sits in the ultra-long-range class, offering roughly 6,600 nautical miles of range and typically accommodating about 13–17 passengers depending on configuration, with a cabin sized for distinct living zones on longer missions. The Dassault Falcon 7X is also a large-cabin long-range jet and is known for its three-engine design; its range is typically around 5,950 nautical miles, with common seating in the 12–16 passenger range, balancing long-haul capability with strong airport performance. The Gulfstream G500 is best described as a large-cabin, long-range jet positioned slightly below the other two in reach; its range is typically about 5,300 nautical miles and it generally seats around 12–16 passengers. In practical terms, Global 6500 tends to win on longest range and cabin volume for very long trips, the 7X offers comparable long-range utility with distinctive performance characteristics, and the G500 emphasizes modern Gulfstream comfort and efficiency on transcontinental and many intercontinental missions.

SpecBombardier Global 6500Dassault Falcon 7XGulfstream G500
Summary
Cockpit232
DOC / nm$ 9.49$ 7.75$ 9.00
Min Crew224
Total Seats141712
ManufacturerBombardierDassault FalconGulfstream
Aircraft NameGlobal 65007XG500
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)660059505200
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.68$ 0.65$ 0.90
Max Cabin Seats171619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats121410
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,895$ 3,850$ 4,644
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)504516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$56,000,000$53,800,000$47,500,000
Useful Load (lbs)3360030650
Cabin
Cockpit232
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew224
Crew RestYesNoNo
Jump SeatYesYesYes
Total Seats141712
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats171619
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats121410
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.210.7
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2920031900
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPearlPW307APW814GA
TBO (hrs)On-Condition720010000
Thrust (lbs)15125640215144
No. of Engines232
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 15
Dimensions
Length (ft)99.576.791.2
Wingspan (ft)948686.3
Cabin Width (ft)87.77.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.26.4
Cabin Length (ft)43.339.141.5
Overall Height (ft)25.525.725.5
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