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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
Cockpit22—2—
DOC / nm$ 9.50$ 6.57—$ 9.00—
Min Crew4244—
Total Seats1910121215
ManufacturerBombardierGulfstreamGulfstreamGulfstreamGulfstream
Aircraft NameGlobal 8000G280G400G500G800
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet————
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA—In Development—
Max Passengers19————
Max Range (nm)8000360042005200—
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.79$ 0.82—$ 0.90—
Max Cabin Seats19101919—
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified—Un-Verified—
Standard Cabin Seats128—10—
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
Cockpit22—2—
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing—2 Enclosed Flushing—
Min Crew42—4—
Crew RestYesNo—No—
Jump SeatYesNo—Yes—
Total Seats1910—12—
Galley LocationFWDFWD—FWD—
Max Cabin Seats1910—19—
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTAFT—FWD / AFT—
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley—Galley—
Standard Cabin Seats128—10—
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)2,9005800———
Cabin Pressure (psi)—9.2—10.7—
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)—25000—31900—
Engine
FADECYesYes—Yes—
ModelPassportHTF7250G—PW814GA—
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition—10000—
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17—ISA + 15—
Thrust (lbs)189207624—15144—
No. of Engines22—2—
Dimensions
Length (ft)11166.9—91.2—
Wingspan (ft)10463—86.3—
Cabin Width (ft)86.9—7.6—
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.3—6.4—
Cabin Length (ft)54.525.9—41.5—
Overall Height (ft)2721.4—25.5—
Aisle Step (ft)—0.3—Flat Floor—
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)—5.4—6.1—
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)—17.7—26.3—
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)—154—230—