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Gulfstream G500 vs Dassault Falcon 6X: range, cabin and specifications compared
- The Dassault Falcon 6X flies about 200 nm further than the Gulfstream G500 (5,500 nm vs 5,300 nm).
- The Gulfstream G500 has the longer cabin, by about 1 ft 6 in.
- The Gulfstream G500 entered service in 2018; the Dassault Falcon 6X in 2023.
| Gulfstream G500 | Dassault Falcon 6X | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Large jet | Large jet |
| Range | 5,300 nm (at Mach 0.85 with 8 passengers) | 5,500 nm (maximum) |
| Speed | Mach 0.925 maximum operating | Mach 0.90 top speed |
| Passengers | Up to 19 | Up to 16 |
| Cabin | 41 ft 6 in long, 7 ft 7 in wide, 6 ft 2 in high | 40 ft long, 8 ft 6 in wide, 6 ft 6 in high |
| Engines | 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW814GA | 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW812D |
| Maximum altitude | 51,000 ft | — |
| In service since | 2018 | 2023 |
Manufacturers publish range under different conditions (passenger numbers, speed and reserves). Compare like for like with each manufacturer before deciding.
Gulfstream G500
The G500 introduced Gulfstream's Symmetry flight deck with active-control sidesticks. It flies 5,300 nm at Mach 0.85 and shares its cabin cross-section with the larger G600.
What to check before buying
Early serial numbers received several service bulletins after entry into service; ask for the compliance record. Confirm Pratt & Whitney ESP engine programme coverage and remaining warranty.
Dassault Falcon 6X
The Falcon 6X entered service in November 2023 with a cabin 2.58 m wide and 1.98 m high, among the widest and tallest in business aviation. It flies 5,500 nm on two engines.
What to check before buying
Most 6X aircraft are new or nearly new: check remaining warranty, engine programme transfer terms, and delivery-position contracts if buying from the production line.
Sources
Figures are published manufacturer or industry values and vary with configuration, payload and conditions. Confirm them with the manufacturer or seller before relying on them.