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Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Gulfstream G280 vs Gulfstream G400 vs Gulfstream G500

The Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is typically positioned as a super-midsize business jet with transcontinental capability. Its range is about 4,000 nautical miles, and it commonly seats around 8–10 passengers in a comfortable executive layout (with higher-density options possible). The Gulfstream G280 is also a super-midsize jet, generally offering slightly longer legs at roughly 3,600–3,900 nautical miles and typically accommodating about 8–10 passengers. The Gulfstream G400 and G500 move up into the large-cabin class, emphasizing more cabin volume and longer nonstop missions. The G400 is commonly cited around the low-to-mid 4,000-nautical-mile range and is usually configured for about 10–12 passengers. The G500 is a long-range large-cabin jet, with a range around 5,200 nautical miles and typical seating for about 10–14 passengers, depending on cabin configuration. Overall, Falcon 2000LXS and G280 compete in the super-midsize segment, while G400 and especially G500 step into larger cabins and longer range.

SpecDassault Falcon 2000LXSGulfstream G280Gulfstream G400Gulfstream G500
Summary
Cockpit22—2
DOC / nm$ 6.38$ 6.57—$ 9.00
Min Crew2244
Total Seats12101212
ManufacturerDassault FalconGulfstreamGulfstreamGulfstream
Aircraft Name2000LXSG280G400G500
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA—In Development
Max Range (nm)4155360042005200
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.80$ 0.82—$ 0.90
Max Cabin Seats10101919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified—Un-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)18250155503065030650
Standard Cabin Seats108—10
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,073$ 3,168—$ 4,644
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)Gulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)490481539516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$35,100,000$24,900,00034500000$47,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit22—2
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing—2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew22—4
Crew RestNoNo—No
Jump SeatNoNo—Yes
Total Seats1210—12
Galley LocationFWDFWD—FWD
Max Cabin Seats1010—19
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT—FWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.69.2—10.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley—Galley
Standard Cabin Seats108—10
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2530025000—31900
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)—5800——
Engine
FADECYesYes—Yes
ModelPW308CHTF7250G—PW814GA
TBO (hrs)7000On-Condition—10000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 17—ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)70007624—15144
No. of Engines22—2
Dimensions
Length (ft)66.466.9—91.2
Wingspan (ft)70.263—86.3
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.3—Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.76.9—7.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.3—6.4
Cabin Length (ft)26.225.9—41.5
Overall Height (ft)23.221.4—25.5
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024———
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.35.4—6.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.117.7—26.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)131154—230