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Dassault Falcon 2000s vs Embraer Praetor 500 vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Gulfstream G280

The Dassault Falcon 2000S and Gulfstream G280 sit in the super‑midsize to large‑cabin transition, while Embraer’s Praetor 500 and 600 are modern super‑midsize jets. In range, the Falcon 2000S is typically around 3,350 nautical miles, suitable for many U.S. transcontinental missions and some North Atlantic city pairs with favorable winds. The Praetor 500 is similar at roughly 3,340 nautical miles. The Praetor 600 steps up to about 4,018 nautical miles, enabling more consistent transatlantic capability. The G280 is also in that longer‑leg class at about 3,600 nautical miles, often positioned as a strong transatlantic performer for its segment. For passenger capacity, all are commonly configured for about 8 to 10 passengers, but typical cabin layouts differ: the Praetor 500 and 600 usually seat 8–9 in standard executive configurations; the G280 often seats around 8–10; and the Falcon 2000S, with a larger cabin cross‑section, is frequently arranged for 8–10 with more space flexibility and higher maximum seating if configured densely.

SpecDassault Falcon 2000SEmbraer Praetor 500Embraer Praetor 600Gulfstream G280
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 6.63$ 6.02$ 6.74$ 6.57
Min Crew2222
Total Seats1291010
ManufacturerDassault FalconEmbraerEmbraerGulfstream
Aircraft Name2000SPraetor 500Praetor 600G280
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)3540334040183600
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.83$ 0.86$ 0.84$ 0.82
Max Cabin Seats1091210
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)1825015550
Standard Cabin Seats10788
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,150$ 2,779$ 3,141$ 3,168
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIRockwell Collins Pro Line FusionRockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)490466542481
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 26,000,000$16,995,000$20,995,000$24,900,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew2222
Crew RestNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNoNo
Total Seats1291010
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1091210
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.69.79.79.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats10788
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)25300271102714025000
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5Gogo AVANCE L5
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)580058005800
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelPW308CHTF7500EHTF7500EHTF7250G
TBO (hrs)7000On-ConditionOn-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 18ISA + 18ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)7000654075287624
No. of Engines2222
Fuel Capacity (gal)1963
Dimensions
Length (ft)66.464.668.166.9
Wingspan (ft)70.270.570.563
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat FloorFlat Floor0.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.76.96.86.9
Cabin Height (ft)6.2666.3
Cabin Length (ft)26.220.624.125.9
Overall Height (ft)23.221.12121.4
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.34.74.75.4
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.117.421.317.7
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1344045154
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)110110