Falcon 10X vs Falcon 6X
The Falcon 10X leads, topping 5 of 7 compared metrics.
Cross-shopping the Dassault Aviation Falcon 10X (introduced 2025) against the Dassault Aviation Falcon 6X (introduced 2023) is a common decision, and the two sit closer on paper than the badges suggest. Both are business jets, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is range, where the Falcon 10X has the advantage. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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Falcon 10X vs Falcon 6X: the key differences
- The Falcon 10X delivers 36% more range (Falcon 10X: 7,500 nm; Falcon 6X: 5,500 nm).
- The Falcon 10X delivers 0% more cruise speed (Falcon 10X: 482 kt; Falcon 6X: 480 kt).
- The Falcon 10X delivers 19% more passenger capacity (Falcon 10X: 19 seats; Falcon 6X: 16 seats).
- The Falcon 10X is the newer design (introduced 2025 versus 2023 for the Falcon 6X), a gap of 2 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The Falcon 10X is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (104,500 lbs versus 72,000 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
The Falcon 10X is the stronger fit for nonstop ultra-long-haul routes — its 7,500 nm of range removes fuel stops on those legs. The Falcon 6X, at 5,500 nm, is better matched to long-haul and transatlantic missions, where lower trip cost counts for more than outright reach. If most of your flying sits inside the Falcon 6X's range, the Falcon 10X's extra capability is range you pay to carry but rarely use.
Which should you choose?
On published specifications the Falcon 10X leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The Falcon 6X can still be the smarter buy on acquisition cost, operating economics, runway performance, or current availability — the factors that rarely show up in a spec sheet. Our acquisition advisory team can model both against your actual mission profile before you commit.
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Falcon 10X vs Falcon 6X: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Falcon 10X or the Falcon 6X?
The Falcon 10X has the longer published range — 7,500 nm versus 5,500 nm for the Falcon 6X.
Does the Falcon 10X or Falcon 6X seat more passengers?
The Falcon 10X carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 19 seats, compared with 16 on the Falcon 6X.
Which is faster, the Falcon 10X or the Falcon 6X?
The Falcon 10X cruises faster, at 482 kt versus 480 kt for the Falcon 6X.
Which is newer, the Falcon 10X or the Falcon 6X?
The Falcon 10X is the newer design, introduced in 2025 versus 2023 for the Falcon 6X.
Is the Falcon 10X or the Falcon 6X the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Falcon 10X is the larger aircraft — 104,500 lbs versus 72,000 lbs for the Falcon 6X.
Should I buy the Falcon 10X or the Falcon 6X?
On published specifications the Falcon 10X leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The Falcon 6X can still be the smarter buy on acquisition cost, operating economics, runway performance, or current availability — the factors that rarely show up in a spec sheet. Our acquisition advisory team can model both against your actual mission profile before you commit.
Still weighing up the Falcon 10X vs Falcon 6X?
Specs only take you so far. Our advisors give an independent recommendation based on your mission, budget and how you actually fly — and represent your side through to purchase.