Bombardier Global 7500 vs Bombardier Global 8000 vs Dassault Falcon 8x
The Bombardier Global 7500 and forthcoming Global 8000 sit in the ultra-long-range, large-cabin business jet category, while the Dassault Falcon 8X is a long-range, large-cabin trijet that emphasizes efficiency and runway flexibility. On range, the Global 8000 is positioned as the longest-legged of the three at about 8,000 nautical miles, the Global 7500 follows at roughly 7,700 nautical miles, and the Falcon 8X trails with about 6,450 nautical miles (all figures vary by conditions and configuration). Passenger capacity is broadly similar in typical executive layouts: the Global 7500 and Global 8000 commonly seat around 14–19 passengers, with higher-density options available, and the Falcon 8X typically seats about 12–16, also configurable. In general terms, the Global 7500/8000 prioritize maximum range and cabin volume for intercontinental missions, whereas the Falcon 8X offers a slightly smaller cabin and shorter range but strong long-haul capability with three-engine performance advantages.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Bombardier Global 8000 | Dassault Falcon 8X |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 9.50 | $ 7.66 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 19 | 17 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | Global 8000 | 8X |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | Business Jet | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 8000 | 6450 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 16 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 14 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 4,900 | $ 3,805 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Enhanced and Synthetic Vision Systems | Honeywell Primus EASy II |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 626.7 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $78,000,000 | $ 62,500,000 |
| Max Passengers | — | 19 | — |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 36900 |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | Yes | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 19 | 17 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 16 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 14 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | 2,900 | 3900 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | 10.2 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 29200 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | Passport | PW307D |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 18920 | 6722 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 111 | 80.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 104 | 86.3 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8 | 7.7 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 54.5 | 42.7 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 27 | 26.1 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1695 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | — | 29.2 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | — | 140 |