Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Embraer Legacy 650 E
The Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range business jet designed for intercontinental travel. It typically offers the greatest range of the three, around 7,700 nautical miles, and carries roughly 14 to 19 passengers depending on cabin configuration, emphasizing high speed, comfort, and long nonstop missions. The Embraer Legacy 650E is a large-cabin business jet aimed at long-range corporate and charter flying. Its range is shorter than the Global 7500 at about 3,900 nautical miles, but it still supports transoceanic-capable missions in many scenarios and generally accommodates about 13 to 14 passengers with a focus on spacious seating and amenities. The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single-engine turboprop utility aircraft rather than a business jet. It has the shortest range, commonly around 900 to 1,000 nautical miles depending on payload, and typically seats up to 9 passengers in commuter or charter layouts. It prioritizes rugged short-field capability and lower operating costs over speed and luxury.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 |
|---|---|
| Summary | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 |
| Min Crew | 2 |
| Total Seats | 14 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet |
| Certification | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 |
| Cabin | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Yes |
| Jump Seat | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 |
| Galley Location | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 |
| Engine | |
| FADEC | Yes |
| Model | Passport |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 |
| No. of Engines | 2 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length (ft) | 111 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 |