Falcon 8X vs Falcon 900LX
The Falcon 8X leads, topping 5 of 7 compared metrics.
The Dassault Aviation Falcon 8X (introduced 2016) and the Dassault Aviation Falcon 900LX (introduced 2010) are two aircraft buyers regularly weigh against each other. Both are business jets, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is range, where the Falcon 8X has the advantage. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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Falcon 8X vs Falcon 900LX: the key differences
- The Falcon 8X delivers 36% more range (Falcon 8X: 6,450 nm; Falcon 900LX: 4,750 nm).
- The Falcon 8X delivers 0% more cruise speed (Falcon 8X: 460 kt; Falcon 900LX: 459 kt).
- The Falcon 8X delivers 36% more passenger capacity (Falcon 8X: 19 seats; Falcon 900LX: 14 seats).
- The Falcon 8X is the newer design (introduced 2016 versus 2010 for the Falcon 900LX), a gap of 6 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The Falcon 8X is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (73,000 lbs versus 49,000 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
The Falcon 8X is the stronger fit for nonstop ultra-long-haul routes — its 6,450 nm of range removes fuel stops on those legs. The Falcon 900LX, at 4,750 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 900LX's range, the Falcon 8X's extra capability is range you pay to carry but rarely use.
Which should you choose?
On published specifications the Falcon 8X leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The Falcon 900LX 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 8X vs Falcon 900LX: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Falcon 8X or the Falcon 900LX?
The Falcon 8X has the longer published range — 6,450 nm versus 4,750 nm for the Falcon 900LX.
Does the Falcon 8X or Falcon 900LX seat more passengers?
The Falcon 8X carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 19 seats, compared with 14 on the Falcon 900LX.
Which is faster, the Falcon 8X or the Falcon 900LX?
The Falcon 8X cruises faster, at 460 kt versus 459 kt for the Falcon 900LX.
Which is newer, the Falcon 8X or the Falcon 900LX?
The Falcon 8X is the newer design, introduced in 2016 versus 2010 for the Falcon 900LX.
Is the Falcon 8X or the Falcon 900LX the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Falcon 8X is the larger aircraft — 73,000 lbs versus 49,000 lbs for the Falcon 900LX.
Should I buy the Falcon 8X or the Falcon 900LX?
On published specifications the Falcon 8X leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The Falcon 900LX 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 8X vs Falcon 900LX?
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.