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Dassault Falcon 900lx vs Gulfstream G450

The Dassault Falcon 900LX is best compared in the large-cabin, long-range business jet category, positioned below ultra-long-range flagships but above typical super-midsize aircraft in cabin volume and mission flexibility. In category terms, it competes with other long-range tri-jet and twin-engine large-cabin business jets designed for intercontinental travel, emphasizing runway performance and operational versatility alongside comfort. For range, the Falcon 900LX is generally cited at about 4,750 nautical miles (roughly 8,800 kilometers), enabling nonstop missions such as New York to London or Los Angeles to Hawaii with appropriate payload and conditions. This places it solidly in the long-range class, though not at the very top end of today’s longest-range business jets. Passenger capacity typically spans 12 to 14 passengers in standard executive configurations, with some layouts accommodating more depending on seating density, while still prioritizing a spacious cabin, multiple lounge zones, and long-duration travel comfort.

SpecDassault Falcon 900LX
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 7.57
Min Crew2
Total Seats16
ManufacturerDassault Falcon
Aircraft Name900LX
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)4750
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.63
Max Cabin Seats14
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)22450
Standard Cabin Seats14
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,588
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Honeywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)498
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$44,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew2
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Total Seats16
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats14
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats14
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)25300
Engine
FADECYes
ModelTFE731-60
TBO (hrs)5000
Flat RatingISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)5000
No. of Engines3
Dimensions
Length (ft)66.4
Wingspan (ft)70.2
Cabin Width (ft)7.7
Cabin Height (ft)6.2
Cabin Length (ft)33.2
Overall Height (ft)24.8
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1264
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)23.5
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)127