Falcon 6X vs G700
The G700 leads, topping 3 of 7 compared metrics.
Cross-shopping the Dassault Aviation Falcon 6X (introduced 2023) against the Gulfstream Aerospace G700 (introduced 2022) 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 G700 has the advantage. undefined
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Falcon 6X vs G700: the key differences
- The G700 delivers 36% more range (Falcon 6X: 5,500 nm; G700: 7,500 nm).
- The G700 delivers 2% more cruise speed (Falcon 6X: 480 kt; G700: 488 kt).
- The G700 delivers 19% more passenger capacity (Falcon 6X: 16 seats; G700: 19 seats).
- The Falcon 6X is the newer design (introduced 2023 versus 2022 for the G700), a gap of 1 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The G700 is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (111,600 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 G700 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 G700's extra capability is range you pay to carry but rarely use.
Which should you choose?
On published specifications the G700 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 6X vs G700: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Falcon 6X or the G700?
The G700 has the longer published range — 7,500 nm versus 5,500 nm for the Falcon 6X.
Does the Falcon 6X or G700 seat more passengers?
The G700 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 G700?
The G700 cruises faster, at 488 kt versus 480 kt for the Falcon 6X.
Which is newer, the Falcon 6X or the G700?
The Falcon 6X is the newer design, introduced in 2023 versus 2022 for the G700.
Is the Falcon 6X or the G700 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the G700 is the larger aircraft — 111,600 lbs versus 72,000 lbs for the Falcon 6X.
Should I buy the Falcon 6X or the G700?
On published specifications the G700 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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