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Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Embraer Legacy 650e vs Gulfstream G280

The Dassault Falcon 2000LXS, Embraer Legacy 650E, and Gulfstream G280 all sit in the midsize-to-super-midsize business jet space, but they emphasize different mission profiles. The Falcon 2000LXS is typically viewed as a large-cabin “super-midsize/large-cabin” crossover, offering a roomy cabin and strong airport performance, with a range of roughly 4,000 nautical miles and a typical passenger load around 8–10 (with higher-density configurations possible). The Legacy 650E is a long-range midsize/large-cabin derivative known for carrying more people comfortably; it commonly seats 10–13 and can be configured for up to about 14, with a range around 3,900 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G280 is a super-midsize jet optimized for speed and range efficiency, commonly seating 8–10, with a range around 3,600–3,900 nautical miles depending on assumptions. In short, the Legacy 650E tends to lead on passenger capacity, the Falcon 2000LXS on cabin volume and versatility, and the G280 on fast, efficient long legs for its class.

SpecDassault Falcon 2000LXSEmbraer Legacy 650EGulfstream G280
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.38$ 8.41$ 6.57
Min Crew222
Total Seats121410
ManufacturerDassault FalconEmbraerGulfstream
Aircraft Name2000LXSLegacy 650EG280
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)415539803600
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.80$ 0.70$ 0.82
Max Cabin Seats101910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)182502251015550
Standard Cabin Seats10128
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,073$ 3,860$ 3,168
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIHoneywell Primus EliteGulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)490458481
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$35,100,000$26,500,000$24,900,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats121410
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats101910
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.68.49.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats10128
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)253002165025000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW308CAE3007A2HTF7250G
TBO (hrs)7000On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)700090207624
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)1901
Dimensions
Length (ft)66.486.566.9
Wingspan (ft)70.269.563
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor0.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.76.96.9
Cabin Height (ft)6.266.3
Cabin Length (ft)26.242.425.9
Overall Height (ft)23.222.221.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.35.25.4
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.130.317.7
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)131286154