Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 sit in the ultra-long-range business jet category, designed for intercontinental missions with large, high-comfort cabins. The Global 7500 typically offers around 7,700 nautical miles of range and commonly carries about 8–19 passengers depending on layout, while the G700 is in a similar class at roughly 7,500 nautical miles and about 10–19 passengers. The Dassault Falcon 8X is also an ultra-long-range business jet but generally a step smaller in cabin volume than the Global 7500/G700 class; it is commonly quoted around 6,450 nautical miles of range and typically accommodates about 8–16 passengers. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility/commuter aircraft rather than a long-range business jet. Its range is far shorter (commonly around 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on payload/reserves), and it typically seats up to about 9 passengers (or more in commuter configurations), emphasizing rugged, short/remote-field operations over speed and luxury.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Dassault Falcon 8X | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 7.66 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | 8X | G700 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 6450 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 3,805 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 36900 | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 12 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | 3900 | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 10.2 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 29200 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | Passport | PW307D | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 6722 | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 80.2 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 86.3 | 103 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 7.7 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 42.7 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 26.1 | 25.4 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1695 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 29.2 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 195 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | — | Flat Floor |