Bombardier Global 7500 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Embraer Legacy 650 E vs Piper M600 Sls
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Dassault Falcon 8X are ultra-long-range business jets, built for intercontinental missions. The Global 7500 typically offers the longest reach at roughly 7,700 nautical miles and is generally configured for about 14–19 passengers, emphasizing multiple living zones. The Falcon 8X is also ultra-long-range at about 6,450 nautical miles, usually seating around 12–16, with strong runway performance and efficient three‑engine capability. The Embraer Legacy 650E sits a class below as a large-cabin, long-range jet. It commonly carries about 13 passengers and flies roughly 3,900 nautical miles, making it well suited to transcontinental and some transatlantic routes but not in the same nonstop category as the two ultra-long-range leaders. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop, not a business jet, aimed at owner-pilots and short to mid-range travel. It typically seats 5–6 and offers around 1,400 nautical miles of range, prioritizing operating simplicity and access to smaller airports over cabin volume and ocean-crossing range.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Dassault Falcon 8X | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 7.66 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 17 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | 8X | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 6450 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 3,805 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $ 62,500,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 36900 | 2200 |
| 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 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 16 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 14 | 4 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | 3900 | 8644 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 10.2 | 5.6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 29200 | 12600 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | Passport | PW307D | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 6722 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 80.2 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 86.3 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 7.7 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.2 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 42.7 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 26.1 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1695 | 165 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.3 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 29.2 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 140 | 20 |