Falcon 8X vs G500
The G500 leads, topping 3 of 7 compared metrics.
Put the Dassault Aviation Falcon 8X (introduced 2016) beside the Gulfstream Aerospace G500 (introduced 2018) and the trade-offs sharpen fast. 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 G500: the key differences
- The Falcon 8X delivers 24% more range (Falcon 8X: 6,450 nm; G500: 5,200 nm).
- The G500 delivers 6% more cruise speed (Falcon 8X: 460 kt; G500: 488 kt).
- The Falcon 8X and G500 are evenly matched on passenger capacity, both at 19 seats.
- The G500 is the newer design (introduced 2018 versus 2016 for the Falcon 8X), a gap of 2 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 73,000 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
- The two differ in powerplant layout: the Falcon 8X runs 3 engines against 2 on the G500 — a factor in redundancy, maintenance scope and operating cost.
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 G500, at 5,200 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 G500'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 G500 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 G500: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Falcon 8X or the G500?
The Falcon 8X has the longer published range — 6,450 nm versus 5,200 nm for the G500.
Which is faster, the Falcon 8X or the G500?
The G500 cruises faster, at 488 kt versus 460 kt for the Falcon 8X.
Which is newer, the Falcon 8X or the G500?
The G500 is the newer design, introduced in 2018 versus 2016 for the Falcon 8X.
Is the Falcon 8X or the G500 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the G500 is the larger aircraft — 91,400 lbs versus 73,000 lbs for the Falcon 8X.
Should I buy the Falcon 8X or the G500?
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 G500 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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