Gulfstream G500 vs Gulfstream G600 vs Gulfstream G650er vs Gulfstream G700 vs Gulfstream G800
All five aircraft are large-cabin, long-range business jets, but they span different missions. The Gulfstream G500 and G600 are in the large-cabin, long-range category, with the G500 offering roughly 5,300 nautical miles of range and typically accommodating about 12–16 passengers, while the larger G600 stretches to about 6,600 nautical miles and commonly seats around 13–17. The G650ER is an ultra-long-range flagship of the prior generation, reaching about 7,500 nautical miles and usually configured for roughly 14–19 passengers. The newer Gulfstream G700 sits in the ultra-long-range, ultra-large-cabin class, flying about 7,500 nautical miles and often carrying around 13–19 passengers with more living zones. The Gulfstream G800 is the newest ultra-long-range model, emphasizing maximum range at about 8,000 nautical miles, with typical seating in the same general band (around 13–19) depending on layout. In practice, the step-up is G500 for long-range flexibility, G600 for more reach and cabin, G650ER for proven ultra-long range, G700 for the biggest cabin experience, and G800 for the longest legs.
| Spec | Gulfstream G500 | Gulfstream G600 | Gulfstream G650ER | Gulfstream G700 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.00 | $ 9.28 | $ 9.39 | — |
| Min Crew | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 12 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream | Gulfstream | Gulfstream | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | G500 | G600 | G650ER | G700 |
| Certification | In Development | FAA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 5200 | 6500 | 7500 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.90 | $ 0.93 | $ 0.78 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 30650 | 40560 | 49500 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 10 | 10 | 12 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,644 | $ 4,789 | $ 4,844 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Gulfstream PlaneView II (Primus Epic) | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 516 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $47,500,000 | $58,500,000 | $60,000,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | No | Yes | Yes | Optional |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 12 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 10.7 | 10.7 | 10.7 | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 10 | 10 | 12 | 12 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 31900 | 31900 | 31900 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | PW814GA | PW815GA | BR725 A1-12 | Pearl 700 |
| TBO (hrs) | 10000 | 10000 | On-Condition | On Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 15144 | 15680 | 16900 | 18250 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 91.2 | 96.1 | 99.8 | 109.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 86.3 | 94.1 | 99.6 | 103 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.6 | 7.6 | 8.2 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.4 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 6.25 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 41.5 | 45.2 | 46.9 | 56.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 25.5 | 25.3 | 25.7 | 25.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.1 | 6.1 | 6.7 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 26.3 | 30.2 | 32.7 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 230 | 230 | 235 | 195 |