Falcon 6X vs G500
The Falcon 6X leads, topping 3 of 7 compared metrics.
Cross-shopping the Dassault Aviation Falcon 6X (introduced 2023) against the Gulfstream Aerospace G500 (introduced 2018) 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 cabin capacity, where the G500 carries more passengers. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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Falcon 6X vs G500: the key differences
- The Falcon 6X delivers 6% more range (Falcon 6X: 5,500 nm; G500: 5,200 nm).
- The G500 delivers 2% more cruise speed (Falcon 6X: 480 kt; G500: 488 kt).
- The G500 delivers 19% more passenger capacity (Falcon 6X: 16 seats; G500: 19 seats).
- The Falcon 6X is the newer design (introduced 2023 versus 2018 for the G500), a gap of 5 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The G500 is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (91,400 lbs versus 72,000 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
Both aircraft are built for long-haul and transatlantic missions, so outright range rarely separates them — the call leans on cabin (the G500 seats more), trip economics and what is actually available on the market. Match the airframe to how you fly most weeks, not to the headline range figure.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Falcon 6X when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the G500 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the G500 holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
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Falcon 6X vs G500: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Falcon 6X or the G500?
The Falcon 6X has the longer published range — 5,500 nm versus 5,200 nm for the G500.
Does the Falcon 6X or G500 seat more passengers?
The G500 carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 19 seats, compared with 16 on the Falcon 6X.
Which is faster, the Falcon 6X or the G500?
The G500 cruises faster, at 488 kt versus 480 kt for the Falcon 6X.
Which is newer, the Falcon 6X or the G500?
The Falcon 6X is the newer design, introduced in 2023 versus 2018 for the G500.
Is the Falcon 6X or the G500 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the G500 is the larger aircraft — 91,400 lbs versus 72,000 lbs for the Falcon 6X.
Should I buy the Falcon 6X or the G500?
Choose the Falcon 6X when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the G500 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the G500 holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
Still weighing up the Falcon 6X vs G500?
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.