Bombardier Global 8000 vs Gulfstream G650er vs Gulfstream G700 vs Gulfstream G800
All four aircraft are ultra-long-range, large-cabin business jets, but they emphasize slightly different strengths. The Bombardier Global 8000 is positioned as an ultra-long-range flagship with a published range of about 8,000 nautical miles, typically configured for roughly 8 to 19 passengers depending on layout. The Gulfstream G650ER is the established benchmark in the same category, offering about 7,500 nautical miles of range and commonly seating around 11 to 18 passengers in executive configurations. The Gulfstream G700 is a newer large-cabin, ultra-long-range model that prioritizes cabin volume and comfort; its published range is about 7,750 nautical miles and typical passenger loads run roughly 12 to 19. The Gulfstream G800 is Gulfstream’s longest-range offering, aimed more directly at maximum city-pair capability, with a published range around 8,000 nautical miles and similar typical capacities in the low-teens to high-teens depending on configuration. In short, G700 leans most toward cabin size, while Global 8000 and G800 lead on range, and the G650ER remains a proven long-range mainstay.
| 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 |