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Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Gulfstream G280 vs Gulfstream G400

The Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is typically positioned in the super‑midsize-to-large-cabin crossover category, offering a comfortable large-cabin feel with a published range around 4,000 nautical miles and seating that is commonly arranged for about 8 to 10 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible). The Gulfstream G280 is a super‑midsize jet, generally optimized for long missions in its class, with a published range around 3,600 nautical miles and typical seating for about 8 to 10 passengers. The Gulfstream G400 sits in the large‑cabin, long‑range segment and is notably more capable than both, with a published range around 4,200 nautical miles and a typical passenger load around 10 to 12 in standard configurations. In practical terms, the G280 emphasizes efficiency and performance in the super‑midsize bracket, the Falcon 2000LXS adds more cabin volume and comfort with similar transcontinental capability, and the G400 steps up to a true large-cabin experience with the best range and passenger-carrying flexibility of the three.

SpecDassault Falcon 2000LXSGulfstream G280Gulfstream G400
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 6.38$ 6.57
Min Crew224
Total Seats121012
ManufacturerDassault FalconGulfstreamGulfstream
Aircraft Name2000LXSG280G400
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)415536004200
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.80$ 0.82
Max Cabin Seats101019
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)182501555030650
Standard Cabin Seats108
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,073$ 3,168
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)490481539
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$35,100,000$24,900,00034500000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats1210
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1010
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.69.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats108
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2530025000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW308CHTF7250G
TBO (hrs)7000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)70007624
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)66.466.9
Wingspan (ft)70.263
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.76.9
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.3
Cabin Length (ft)26.225.9
Overall Height (ft)23.221.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.35.4
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.117.7
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)131154