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Dassault Falcon 7x vs Gulfstream G500

The Dassault Falcon 7X and Gulfstream G500 sit in the large-cabin, long-range business jet category, but they emphasize different strengths. The Falcon 7X is generally viewed as a true ultra-long-range jet, with a published range around 5,950 nautical miles, making it well suited to longer nonstop city pairs and flexible routing. The Gulfstream G500 is also a long-range large-cabin aircraft, with a published range around 5,300 nautical miles, typically positioning it slightly below the 7X for maximum-distance missions while still covering most intercontinental routes. In passenger capacity, both are commonly configured for roughly 10 to 14 passengers in typical executive layouts. The Falcon 7X is often marketed with seating up to about 16–19 depending on configuration, while the G500 is commonly advertised around 12–14, with higher-density options possible. In practical use, comfort and cabin layout choices matter as much as the headline seat numbers, with both targeting premium, high-comfort missions.

SpecDassault Falcon 7XGulfstream G500
Summary
Cockpit32
DOC / nm$ 7.75$ 9.00
Min Crew24
Total Seats1712
ManufacturerDassault FalconGulfstream
Aircraft Name7XG500
CertificationFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)59505200
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.65$ 0.90
Max Cabin Seats1619
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)3360030650
Standard Cabin Seats1410
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,850$ 4,644
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$53,800,000$47,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit32
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew24
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatYesYes
Total Seats1712
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1619
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.210.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats1410
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2920031900
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)3900
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW307APW814GA
TBO (hrs)720010000
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)640215144
No. of Engines32
Dimensions
Length (ft)76.791.2
Wingspan (ft)8686.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.77.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.26.4
Cabin Length (ft)39.141.5
Overall Height (ft)25.725.5
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1552
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.36.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)26.226.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)140230
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor