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Embraer Praetor 600 vs Gulfstream G400 vs Gulfstream G500

The Embraer Praetor 600 sits in the super-midsize category, while the Gulfstream G400 is positioned as a large-cabin jet and the Gulfstream G500 is a higher-tier long-range large-cabin model. In range, the Praetor 600 is typically quoted around 4,000 nautical miles, making it well suited to transcontinental and select transatlantic missions. The G400 is designed to go farther—about 4,200 nautical miles—pairing a true large-cabin experience with solid intercontinental capability. The G500 steps up again, commonly cited near 5,300 nautical miles, enabling more nonstop city pairs and greater operational flexibility, particularly against headwinds or with heavier passenger and baggage loads. For passenger capacity, the Praetor 600 is generally configured for roughly 8 to 12 passengers, the G400 for about 10 to 12 (with maximum layouts higher), and the G500 commonly for about 12 to 16, with maximum certified seating higher depending on configuration. Actual performance and seating vary by interior and mission profile.

SpecEmbraer Praetor 600Gulfstream G400Gulfstream G500
Summary
Cockpit2—2
DOC / nm$ 6.74—$ 9.00
Min Crew244
Total Seats101212
ManufacturerEmbraerGulfstreamGulfstream
Aircraft NamePraetor 600G400G500
CertificationFAA / EASA—In Development
Max Range (nm)401842005200
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.84—$ 0.90
Max Cabin Seats121919
OEM VerificationVERIFIED—Un-Verified
Standard Cabin Seats8—10
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,141—$ 4,644
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)542539516
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$20,995,00034500000$47,500,000
Useful Load (lbs)—3065030650
Cabin
Cockpit2—2
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing—2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew2—4
Crew RestNo—No
Jump SeatNo—Yes
Total Seats10—12
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5——
Galley LocationFWD—FWD
Max Cabin Seats12—19
Lavatory LocationAFT—FWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.7—10.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalley—Galley
Standard Cabin Seats8—10
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)27140—31900
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800——
Engine
FADECYes—Yes
ModelHTF7500E—PW814GA
TBO (hrs)On-Condition—10000
Flat RatingISA + 18—ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)7528—15144
No. of Engines2—2
Fuel Capacity (gal)1963——
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.1—91.2
Wingspan (ft)70.5—86.3
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor—Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.8—7.6
Cabin Height (ft)6—6.4
Cabin Length (ft)24.1—41.5
Overall Height (ft)21—25.5
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.7—6.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)21.3—26.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)110——
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)45—230