Praetor 500 vs G400
The G400 leads, topping 6 of 7 compared metrics.
The Embraer Executive Jets Praetor 500 (introduced 2019) and the Gulfstream Aerospace G400 (introduced 2023) 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 cabin capacity, where the G400 carries more passengers. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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Praetor 500 vs G400: the key differences
- The G400 delivers 26% more range (Praetor 500: 3,340 nm; G400: 4,200 nm).
- The G400 delivers 2% more cruise speed (Praetor 500: 466 kt; G400: 476 kt).
- The G400 delivers 111% more passenger capacity (Praetor 500: 9 seats; G400: 19 seats).
- The G400 is the newer design (introduced 2023 versus 2019 for the Praetor 500), a gap of 4 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The G400 is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (74,600 lbs versus 36,700 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
The G400 is the stronger fit for long-haul and transatlantic missions — its 4,200 nm of range removes fuel stops on those legs. The Praetor 500, at 3,340 nm, is better matched to transcontinental missions, where lower trip cost counts for more than outright reach. If most of your flying sits inside the Praetor 500's range, the G400's extra capability is range you pay to carry but rarely use.
Which should you choose?
On published specifications the G400 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The Praetor 500 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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Praetor 500 vs G400: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Praetor 500 or the G400?
The G400 has the longer published range — 4,200 nm versus 3,340 nm for the Praetor 500.
Does the Praetor 500 or G400 seat more passengers?
The G400 carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 19 seats, compared with 9 on the Praetor 500.
Which is faster, the Praetor 500 or the G400?
The G400 cruises faster, at 476 kt versus 466 kt for the Praetor 500.
Which is newer, the Praetor 500 or the G400?
The G400 is the newer design, introduced in 2023 versus 2019 for the Praetor 500.
Is the Praetor 500 or the G400 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the G400 is the larger aircraft — 74,600 lbs versus 36,700 lbs for the Praetor 500.
Should I buy the Praetor 500 or the G400?
On published specifications the G400 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The Praetor 500 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 Praetor 500 vs G400?
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.