Bombardier Global 6500 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Embraer Lineage 1000e vs Gulfstream G600
The Bombardier Global 6500 and Gulfstream G600 sit in the large-cabin, long-range class, aimed at intercontinental missions with strong mix of range and cabin comfort. The Global 6500 typically offers about 6,600 nautical miles of range and is commonly configured for roughly 13–17 passengers, depending on layout. The Gulfstream G600 is similar in category and mission, generally around 6,600 nautical miles as well, with typical seating in the low-to-mid teens. The Dassault Falcon 8X is a large-cabin, ultra-long-range aircraft, usually quoted near 6,450 nautical miles, and often seats around 12–16 passengers. It tends to emphasize operational flexibility, including access to more challenging airports, while still supporting long nonstop legs. The Embraer Lineage 1000E is best viewed as a VIP airliner-style, ultra-large cabin option rather than a traditional business jet competitor. It is typically configured for fewer passengers than its cabin could hold—often about 13–19 in VIP layouts—while offering a shorter long-range profile, commonly around 4,600–4,700 nautical miles.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 6500 | Dassault Falcon 8X | Embraer Lineage 1000E | Gulfstream G600 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.49 | $ 7.66 | $ 11.68 | $ 9.28 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 19 | 12 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Embraer | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 6500 | 8X | Lineage 1000E | G600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA |
| Max Range (nm) | 6600 | 6450 | 4640 | 6500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.68 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.97 | $ 0.93 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 17 | 16 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 16 | 10 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,895 | $ 3,805 | $ 5,827 | $ 4,789 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Honeywell Primus Epic | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 504 | 516 | 470 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $56,000,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $51,250,000 | $58,500,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 36900 | 50043 | 40560 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 14 | 12 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 17 | 16 | 19 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 12 | 10 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 10.2 | 8.8 | 10.7 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 29200 | 23190 | 31900 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 3900 | — | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Pearl | PW307D | CF34-10 E7-B | PW815GA |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On-Condition | 10000 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 15125 | 6722 | 18500 | 15680 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Flat Rating | — | ISA + 17 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | — | 4184 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 99.5 | 80.2 | 119 | 96.1 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 94 | 86.3 | 94.2 | 94.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 7.7 | 8.8 | 7.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6.6 | 6.4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 43.3 | 42.7 | 76.6 | 45.2 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.5 | 26.1 | 34.7 | 25.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1695 | — | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | 8 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 29.2 | 67.2 | 30.2 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 323 | 230 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 120 | — |