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Bombardier Global 8000 vs Gulfstream G280 vs Gulfstream G400 vs Gulfstream G500 vs Gulfstream G800 1

The Bombardier Global 8000 and Gulfstream G800 sit in the ultra‑long‑range category, optimized for nonstop intercontinental missions. The Global 8000 is typically quoted around 8,000 nautical miles of range and generally accommodates about 13–19 passengers depending on layout, while the G800 is typically quoted around 8,000 nautical miles and is commonly configured for about 14–19 passengers. The Gulfstream G500 and G400 are large‑cabin, long‑range jets aimed at transoceanic and high‑utilization business travel. The G500 is usually cited around 5,300 nautical miles with typical seating about 13–19, and the G400 is usually cited around 4,200 nautical miles with typical seating about 12–16 (often marketed as up to 19). The Gulfstream G280 is a super‑midsize jet with shorter range but strong city‑pair flexibility. It is typically quoted around 3,600 nautical miles and is commonly configured for about 8–10 passengers (sometimes higher-density layouts up to about 10–12).

SpecBombardier Global 8000Gulfstream G280Gulfstream G400Gulfstream G500Gulfstream G800
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 9.50$ 6.57$ 9.00
Min Crew4244
Total Seats1910121215
ManufacturerBombardierGulfstreamGulfstreamGulfstreamGulfstream
Aircraft NameGlobal 8000G280G400G500G750
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Passengers19
Max Range (nm)8000360042005200
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79$ 0.82$ 0.90
Max Cabin Seats19101919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats12810
Direct Operating Cost$ 4,900$ 3,168$ 4,644
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Enhanced and Synthetic Vision SystemsGulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)626.7481539516982
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$78,000,000$24,900,00034500000$47,500,00071500000
Useful Load (lbs)155503065030650
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew424
Crew RestYesNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoYes
Total Seats191012
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats191019
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTAFTFWD / AFT
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats12810
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)2,9005800
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.210.7
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2500031900
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPassportHTF7250GPW814GA
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition10000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)18920762415144
No. of Engines222
Dimensions
Length (ft)11166.991.2
Wingspan (ft)1046386.3
Cabin Width (ft)86.97.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.36.4
Cabin Length (ft)54.525.941.5
Overall Height (ft)2721.425.5
Aisle Step (ft)0.3Flat Floor
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)5.46.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.726.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)154230