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Bombardier Global 8000 vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G650er

All three are ultra-long-range business jets, but they prioritize slightly different strengths. The Bombardier Global 8000 is positioned as a top-tier long-range flagship, with an advertised range of about 8,000 nautical miles, typically seating around 8–19 passengers depending on cabin configuration. Dassault’s Falcon 8X is also in the ultra-long-range category but generally emphasizes efficient three‑engine performance and flexible airport capability; it offers roughly 6,450 nautical miles of range and commonly accommodates about 8–16 passengers. The Gulfstream G650ER is a benchmark in the segment, pairing very high cruise speeds with intercontinental reach; it is rated for about 7,500 nautical miles and is usually configured for about 11–18 passengers. In practical terms, the Global 8000 tends to lead on published range, the G650ER sits close behind with a strong speed-and-range reputation, and the Falcon 8X offers somewhat less range but remains highly competitive for long missions with versatile operations and comfortable cabin layouts.

SpecBombardier Global 8000Dassault Falcon 8XGulfstream G650ER
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 9.50$ 7.66$ 9.39
Min Crew424
Total Seats191714
ManufacturerBombardierDassault FalconGulfstream
Aircraft NameGlobal 80008XG650ER
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Passengers19
Max Range (nm)800064507500
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79$ 0.64$ 0.78
Max Cabin Seats191619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats121412
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,900$ 3,805$ 4,844
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Enhanced and Synthetic Vision SystemsHoneywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream PlaneView II (Primus Epic)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)626.7516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$ 62,500,000$60,000,000
Useful Load (lbs)3690049500
Cabin
Cockpit232
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew424
Crew RestYesNoYes
Jump SeatYesYesYes
Total Seats191714
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats191619
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats121412
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)2,9003900
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.210.7
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2920031900
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPassportPW307DBR725 A1-12
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)18920672216900
No. of Engines232
Dimensions
Length (ft)11180.299.8
Wingspan (ft)10486.399.6
Cabin Width (ft)87.78.2
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.26.5
Cabin Length (ft)54.542.746.9
Overall Height (ft)2726.125.7
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.36.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.232.7
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140235
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor