Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Gulfstream G280 vs Gulfstream G400
By category, the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS sits in the super-midsize/large-cabin crossover class with a notably wide cabin, while the Embraer Praetor 600 and Gulfstream G280 are firmly super-midsize jets, and the Gulfstream G400 steps up into the large-cabin, long-range category. On range, the Praetor 600 is typically around 4,000 nautical miles, putting it in similar transcontinental-and-beyond territory as the Falcon 2000LXS at roughly 4,000 nautical miles. The G280 is also in this band at about 3,600 nautical miles. The G400 is in a different league, commonly cited around 4,200+ nautical miles, enabling longer nonstop missions with more margin. For passenger capacity, all can be configured for roughly 8 to 10 travelers in typical executive layouts. The Praetor 600 and G280 usually seat 8 to 10 comfortably. The Falcon 2000LXS often carries 8 to 10 with the advantage of a larger cabin feel. The G400 generally accommodates 10 to 12 in typical layouts, with more space for larger groups and longer-duration comfort.
| Spec | Dassault Falcon 2000LXS | Embraer Praetor 600 | Gulfstream G280 | Gulfstream G400 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.38 | $ 6.74 | $ 6.57 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 10 | 10 | 12 |
| Manufacturer | Dassault Falcon | Embraer | Gulfstream | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | 2000LXS | Praetor 600 | G280 | G400 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | — |
| Max Range (nm) | 4155 | 4018 | 3600 | 4200 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.80 | $ 0.84 | $ 0.82 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 12 | 10 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | — |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 18250 | — | 15550 | 30650 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 10 | 8 | 8 | — |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,073 | $ 3,141 | $ 3,168 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 490 | 542 | 481 | 539 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $35,100,000 | $20,995,000 | $24,900,000 | 34500000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | — |
| Jump Seat | No | No | No | — |
| Total Seats | 12 | 10 | 10 | — |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 12 | 10 | — |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.6 | 9.7 | 9.2 | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 10 | 8 | 8 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 25300 | 27140 | 25000 | — |
| Connectivity | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 5800 | 5800 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | PW308C | HTF7500E | HTF7250G | — |
| TBO (hrs) | 7000 | On-Condition | On-Condition | — |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 18 | ISA + 17 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7000 | 7528 | 7624 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 1963 | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 66.4 | 68.1 | 66.9 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 70.2 | 70.5 | 63 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | 0.3 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.7 | 6.8 | 6.9 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 6 | 6.3 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 26.2 | 24.1 | 25.9 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 23.2 | 21 | 21.4 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 1024 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.3 | 4.7 | 5.4 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 17.1 | 21.3 | 17.7 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 131 | 45 | 154 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 110 | — | — |