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Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Gulfstream G400

In category terms, the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is typically positioned as a super‑midsize business jet, while the Gulfstream G400 is generally considered a large‑cabin jet offering more overall cabin volume and a longer‑range mission profile. For range, the Falcon 2000LXS is designed for transcontinental-style missions and is commonly cited around the 4,000‑nautical‑mile class (depending on payload, winds, and reserves). The Gulfstream G400 is aimed at longer nonstop city pairs and is marketed at roughly the 4,200‑nautical‑mile class, giving it a modest but meaningful edge in maximum range along with the large‑cabin comfort associated with Gulfstream’s design approach. Passenger capacity overlaps, but their typical use differs. The Falcon 2000LXS is often configured for about 8 to 10 passengers in a comfortable layout, while the G400 commonly seats around 10 to 12 passengers with more flexibility for larger groups depending on configuration. In practice, the Falcon emphasizes efficient operations and strong runway performance, whereas the G400 emphasizes cabin space and longer legs.

SpecDassault Falcon 2000LXSGulfstream G400
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 6.38
Min Crew24
Total Seats1212
ManufacturerDassault FalconGulfstream
Aircraft Name2000LXSG400
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)41554200
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.80
Max Cabin Seats1019
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1825030650
Standard Cabin Seats10
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,073
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)490539
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$35,100,00034500000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew2
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Total Seats12
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats10
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats10
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)25300
Engine
FADECYes
ModelPW308C
TBO (hrs)7000
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)7000
No. of Engines2
Dimensions
Length (ft)66.4
Wingspan (ft)70.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.7
Cabin Height (ft)6.2
Cabin Length (ft)26.2
Overall Height (ft)23.2
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.1
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)131