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Bombardier Global 6500 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G600

Bombardier’s Global 6500, Dassault’s Falcon 8X, and Gulfstream’s G600 all compete in the large-cabin, long-range business-jet category, but they emphasize slightly different strengths. The Global 6500 is positioned as a large-cabin, long-range jet with strong transcontinental and intercontinental capability; it typically offers around 6,600 nautical miles of range and is commonly configured for about 13–17 passengers, with a focus on spacious cabin zones and comfort. The Falcon 8X sits in the same general large-cabin, ultra-long-range class and is known for efficient three‑engine performance and mission flexibility; it typically reaches about 6,450 nautical miles and is often arranged for roughly 12–16 passengers. The Gulfstream G600 is a large-cabin, long-range jet oriented toward high-speed travel and a premium cabin experience; it is generally rated around 6,600 nautical miles and is typically configured for about 13–17 passengers. In practice, exact seating and usable range vary with layout, payload, reserves, and conditions.

SpecBombardier Global 6500Dassault Falcon 8XGulfstream G600
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 9.49$ 7.66$ 9.28
Min Crew224
Total Seats141712
ManufacturerBombardierDassault FalconGulfstream
Aircraft NameGlobal 65008XG600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA
Max Range (nm)660064506500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.68$ 0.64$ 0.93
Max Cabin Seats171619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats121410
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,895$ 3,805$ 4,789
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)$56,000,000$ 62,500,000$58,500,000
Useful Load (lbs)3690040560
Cabin
Cockpit232
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew224
Crew RestYesNoYes
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
ModelPearlPW307DPW815GA
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition10000
Thrust (lbs)15125672215680
No. of Engines232
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 15
Dimensions
Length (ft)99.580.296.1
Wingspan (ft)9486.394.1
Cabin Width (ft)87.77.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.26.4
Cabin Length (ft)43.342.745.2
Overall Height (ft)25.526.125.3
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.36.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.230.2
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140230
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor