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Dassault Falcon 2000s vs Embraer Praetor 500 vs Embraer Praetor 600

In category, the Dassault Falcon 2000S is typically positioned as a super-midsize/large-cabin business jet, emphasizing a wider cabin and strong runway performance for its class. The Embraer Praetor 500 is a super-midsize jet, while the Praetor 600 sits at the top of the super-midsize segment with capability that approaches traditional large-cabin missions. For range, the Falcon 2000S is generally in the mid‑3,000 nautical mile class, suited to transcontinental U.S. and many North Atlantic city pairs with favorable conditions. The Praetor 500 is similar but usually a bit shorter-range than the 2000S, while the Praetor 600 is the longest-legged of the three, commonly quoted around the 4,000+ nautical mile class, making more nonstop pairings practical. On passenger capacity, all three are typically configured for roughly 8 to 10 passengers in standard executive layouts. The Falcon 2000S usually feels roomiest due to its larger cross-section, while the Praetor 500 and 600 offer slightly smaller cabins but modern interiors and efficient seating for comparable headcounts.

SpecDassault Falcon 2000SEmbraer Praetor 500Embraer Praetor 600
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.63$ 6.02$ 6.74
Min Crew222
Total Seats12910
ManufacturerDassault FalconEmbraerEmbraer
Aircraft Name2000SPraetor 500Praetor 600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)354033404018
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.83$ 0.86$ 0.84
Max Cabin Seats10912
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)18250
Standard Cabin Seats1078
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,150$ 2,779$ 3,141
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIRockwell Collins Pro Line FusionRockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)490466542
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 26,000,000$16,995,000$20,995,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats12910
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats10912
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.69.79.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats1078
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)253002711027140
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5Gogo AVANCE L5
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)58005800
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW308CHTF7500EHTF7500E
TBO (hrs)7000On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 18ISA + 18
Thrust (lbs)700065407528
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)1963
Dimensions
Length (ft)66.464.668.1
Wingspan (ft)70.270.570.5
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.76.96.8
Cabin Height (ft)6.266
Cabin Length (ft)26.220.624.1
Overall Height (ft)23.221.121
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.34.74.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.117.421.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1344045
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)110110