Bombardier Global 8000 vs Gulfstream G650er vs Gulfstream G700 vs Gulfstream G750
All four are ultra-long-range business jets in the large-cabin category, but they differ in emphasis. The Bombardier Global 8000 targets the very top end of range, advertised around 8,000 nautical miles, typically seating roughly 8 to 19 passengers depending on configuration. The Gulfstream G650ER is the established long-range benchmark in the same ultra-long-range class, with an advertised range of about 7,500 nautical miles and typical seating in the 11 to 18 passenger range. The Gulfstream G700 shifts the focus toward the newest, largest Gulfstream cabin and high-speed, long-range missions, with an advertised range around 7,750 nautical miles and typical seating about 10 to 19 passengers. The Gulfstream G750 is positioned as the longer-range sibling to the G700 concept, pairing a similar large-cabin class with greater advertised reach, around 8,000 nautical miles, and a broadly comparable passenger capacity, commonly about 10 to 19 passengers. In practice, exact passenger counts vary significantly with layout, crew-rest options, and certified seating.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 8000 | Gulfstream G650ER | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 9.39 | — |
| Min Crew | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 19 | 14 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Gulfstream | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Global 8000 | G650ER | G700 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Passengers | 19 | — | — |
| Max Range (nm) | 8000 | 7500 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.78 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 4,844 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Enhanced and Synthetic Vision Systems | Gulfstream PlaneView II (Primus Epic) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 626.7 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $78,000,000 | $60,000,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 49500 | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | Yes | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 19 | 14 | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 2,900 | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 10.7 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 31900 | — |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | Passport | BR725 A1-12 | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 16900 | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 99.8 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 99.6 | 103 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 8.2 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 46.9 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 25.7 | 25.4 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 6.7 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 32.7 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 235 | 195 |