Bombardier Global 6500 vs Dassault Falcon 7x vs Gulfstream G600
All three are large-cabin, long-range business jets, but they sit in slightly different niches. The Bombardier Global 6500 is a long-range large-cabin jet optimized for comfort and cabin volume, with a typical range of about 6,600 nautical miles and seating commonly arranged for around 13–17 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible). The Dassault Falcon 7X is also a large-cabin long-range jet, notable for its tri-jet design and operational flexibility, offering roughly 5,950 nautical miles of range and typically accommodating about 12–16 passengers depending on configuration. The Gulfstream G600 is a large-cabin, long-range jet positioned between Gulfstream’s super-long-range models and its smaller large-cabin offerings, with an advertised range around 6,600 nautical miles and a typical seating capacity of about 13–17 passengers. In practical terms, the Global 6500 and G600 are closer on range, while the Falcon 7X is slightly shorter-legged but remains firmly in the long-range category.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 6500 | Dassault Falcon 7X | Gulfstream G600 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.49 | $ 7.75 | $ 9.28 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 12 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 6500 | 7X | G600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6600 | 5950 | 6500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.68 | $ 0.65 | $ 0.93 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 17 | 16 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 10 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,895 | $ 3,850 | $ 4,789 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 504 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $56,000,000 | $53,800,000 | $58,500,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 33600 | 40560 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | Yes |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 12 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 17 | 16 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 10 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 10.2 | 10.7 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 29200 | 31900 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 3900 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Pearl | PW307A | PW815GA |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 7200 | 10000 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 15125 | 6402 | 15680 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 17 | ISA + 15 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 99.5 | 76.7 | 96.1 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 94 | 86 | 94.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 7.7 | 7.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6.4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 43.3 | 39.1 | 45.2 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.5 | 25.7 | 25.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1552 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 26.2 | 30.2 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 230 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor |