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Dassault Falcon 8x vs Embraer Praetor 600

The Dassault Falcon 8X and Embraer Praetor 600 sit in different business-jet categories, with the Falcon 8X generally regarded as an ultra-long-range, large-cabin trijet, while the Praetor 600 is typically positioned as a super-midsize jet. In range, the Falcon 8X is designed for substantially longer nonstop missions, commonly quoted around 6,450 nautical miles, enabling routes such as New York to Dubai or Paris to Singapore with appropriate conditions. The Praetor 600 offers true long-range capability for its class, commonly quoted around 4,018 nautical miles, supporting missions like U.S. coast-to-coast and many transatlantic city pairs with favorable winds and payload. For passenger capacity, the Falcon 8X usually accommodates more people in typical executive layouts, often around 12 to 16 passengers, while the Praetor 600 is commonly configured for about 8 to 12. Overall, the Falcon 8X prioritizes maximum intercontinental reach and a larger cabin, whereas the Praetor 600 emphasizes strong range and comfort in a smaller, often more cost-efficient super-midsize package.

SpecDassault Falcon 8XEmbraer Praetor 600
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 7.66$ 6.74
Min Crew22
Total Seats1710
ManufacturerDassault FalconEmbraer
Aircraft Name8XPraetor 600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)64504018
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.64$ 0.84
Max Cabin Seats1612
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)36900
Standard Cabin Seats148
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,805$ 3,141
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIRockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)516542
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 62,500,000$20,995,000
Cabin
Cockpit32
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Total Seats1710
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1612
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)10.29.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats148
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2920027140
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)39005800
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW307DHTF7500E
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 18
Thrust (lbs)67227528
No. of Engines32
Fuel Capacity (gal)1963
Dimensions
Length (ft)80.268.1
Wingspan (ft)86.370.5
Cabin Width (ft)7.76.8
Cabin Height (ft)6.26
Cabin Length (ft)42.724.1
Overall Height (ft)26.121
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1695
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.34.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)29.221.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)14045
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)110