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Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is the “large-cabin” option of the three, aimed at comfortable coast-to-coast missions with a notably wider cabin and higher typical seating. Its range is generally around 4,000 nautical miles, and it commonly carries about 8 to 10 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible), making it best suited to longer trips where cabin space and baggage volume matter most. The Embraer Praetor 600 sits in the super-midsize category, balancing long reach with a modern, efficient cabin. It typically offers roughly 4,000 nautical miles of range (often cited slightly higher than 4,000 in some profiles) and usually seats about 7 to 9 passengers, making it a strong choice for long missions with slightly less cabin volume than the Falcon but very competitive performance. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet distinguished by rugged versatility and the ability to use shorter, less-developed runways. Its range is shorter, roughly 2,000 nautical miles class, and it typically carries about 6 to 8 passengers, favoring flexible regional access over maximum distance.

SpecDassault Falcon 2000LXSEmbraer Praetor 600Pilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.38$ 6.74$ 3.71
Min Crew221
Total Seats12106
ManufacturerDassault FalconEmbraerPilatus
Aircraft Name2000LXSPraetor 600PC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)415540182076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.80$ 0.84$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats101210
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)182506680
Standard Cabin Seats1086
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,073$ 3,141$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIRockwell Collins Pro Line FusionPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)490542440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$35,100,000$20,995,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew221
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats12106
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats101210
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.69.79.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats1086
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)253002714023500
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW308CHTF7500EFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)7000On-Condition5000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 18ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)700075283435
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)1963
Dimensions
Length (ft)66.468.152.2
Wingspan (ft)70.270.555.8
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.76.85.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.265.1
Cabin Length (ft)26.224.123
Overall Height (ft)23.22117.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.34.73.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.121.317
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1314590
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)110