Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Dassault Falcon 8X sit in the ultra-long-range, large-cabin business jet category. The Global 7500 offers the longest reach of the group at roughly 7,700 nautical miles and typically carries about 14–19 passengers depending on configuration. The Falcon 8X is similarly positioned, with about 6,450 nautical miles of range and commonly seats around 12–16. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high-speed turboprop in the light business/utility category, optimized for short-to-medium missions. Its range is roughly 1,500–1,700 nautical miles, and it usually accommodates about 6–9 passengers in an executive layout. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single-engine utility turboprop designed for regional transport and rugged operations rather than corporate long-haul travel. Its range is typically around 900–1,200 nautical miles, and it can seat up to about 14 passengers (or fewer in cargo/commuter configurations).
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Dassault Falcon 8X | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 7.66 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 8 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | 8X | Avanti EVO |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 6450 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 3,805 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 36900 | 3775 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 8 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | 7 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | 3900 | 6600 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 10.2 | 9 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 29200 | 24000 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | Passport | PW307D | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 6722 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 80.2 | 47.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 86.3 | 47.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 7.7 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 42.7 | 14.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 26.1 | 13.1 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1695 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | 3.5 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 29.2 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 35.2 |