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Dassault Falcon 900lx vs Embraer Legacy 650e vs Gulfstream G500

The Dassault Falcon 900LX, Embraer Legacy 650E, and Gulfstream G500 all sit in the long-range business jet market, but they target slightly different priorities. The Falcon 900LX is typically considered a large-cabin trijet optimized for flexibility and field performance, with an intercontinental range around 4,750 nautical miles and a typical passenger load in the low-to-mid teens, often about 12–14 depending on layout. The Legacy 650E is generally positioned as a large-cabin jet derived from an airliner platform, emphasizing cabin volume and comfort over maximum reach; its range is roughly 3,900–4,000 nautical miles, and it commonly carries about 13 passengers in a standard executive configuration. The Gulfstream G500 is a newer-generation large-cabin jet with higher cruise speeds and longer legs than the Legacy, offering an approximate range near 5,200 nautical miles and usually seating around 12–14 passengers, with higher-density options available. Overall, the Legacy 650E favors cabin and value, the Falcon 900LX balances range with operational versatility, and the G500 leads on modern performance and range.

SpecDassault Falcon 900LXEmbraer Legacy 650EGulfstream G500
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 7.57$ 8.41$ 9.00
Min Crew224
Total Seats161412
ManufacturerDassault FalconEmbraerGulfstream
Aircraft Name900LXLegacy 650EG500
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)475039805200
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.63$ 0.70$ 0.90
Max Cabin Seats141919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)224502251030650
Standard Cabin Seats141210
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,588$ 3,860$ 4,644
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy IIHoneywell Primus EliteGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)498458516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$44,000,000$26,500,000$47,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew224
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoYes
Total Seats161412
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats141919
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.68.410.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats141210
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)253002165031900
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelTFE731-60AE3007A2PW814GA
TBO (hrs)5000On-Condition10000
Flat RatingISA + 17ISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)5000902015144
No. of Engines322
Fuel Burn (lbph)1901
Dimensions
Length (ft)66.486.591.2
Wingspan (ft)70.269.586.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.76.97.6
Cabin Height (ft)6.266.4
Cabin Length (ft)33.242.441.5
Overall Height (ft)24.822.225.5
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1264
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.35.26.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)23.530.326.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)127286230
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor