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Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Embraer Praetor 500 vs Embraer Praetor 600

In category, the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is a super-midsize business jet that leans toward “large-cabin feel,” while the Embraer Praetor 500 and Praetor 600 are both super-midsize jets, with the 600 positioned as the longer-range, higher-end sibling. On range, the Praetor 600 generally leads, offering about 4,018 nm, making it the strongest choice for longer nonstop missions. The Falcon 2000LXS is close behind at roughly 4,000 nm, competing well on transcontinental and some transatlantic city pairs. The Praetor 500 is the shortest-legged of the three at about 3,340 nm, better suited to medium-to-long routes rather than the longest nonstop pairings. For passenger capacity, all three typically seat around 8 to 10 passengers in common executive layouts. The Falcon 2000LXS often accommodates 8–10 with a roomier cabin impression, while the Praetor 500 and 600 are commonly configured for 8–9, with maximum seating generally around 9–10 depending on interior choices.

SpecDassault Falcon 2000LXSEmbraer Praetor 500Embraer Praetor 600
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.38$ 6.02$ 6.74
Min Crew222
Total Seats12910
ManufacturerDassault FalconEmbraerEmbraer
Aircraft Name2000LXSPraetor 500Praetor 600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)415533404018
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.80$ 0.86$ 0.84
Max Cabin Seats10912
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)18250
Standard Cabin Seats1078
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,073$ 2,779$ 3,141
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIRockwell Collins Pro Line FusionRockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)490466542
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$35,100,000$16,995,000$20,995,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats12910
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats10912
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.69.79.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats1078
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)253002711027140
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5Gogo AVANCE L5
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)58005800
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW308CHTF7500EHTF7500E
TBO (hrs)7000On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 18ISA + 18
Thrust (lbs)700065407528
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)1963
Dimensions
Length (ft)66.464.668.1
Wingspan (ft)70.270.570.5
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.76.96.8
Cabin Height (ft)6.266
Cabin Length (ft)26.220.624.1
Overall Height (ft)23.221.121
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.34.74.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.117.421.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1314045
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)110110