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Falcon 6X

Falcon 6X
Starting List Price

$52.0M

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Falcon 900

Falcon 900
Starting List Price

$21.0M

Technical Specification Matrix

Preferred Metric
speed

Performance Metrics

ParameterFalcon 6XFalcon 900
Max Range (NBAA IFR)5,500 nmWinner
3,800 nm
Max Cruise SpeedMach 0.9Winner (Speed)
Mach 0.87
Takeoff Distance (SL, ISA, MTOW)5,480 ft
5,235 ftShort Field
Max Operating Altitude51,000 ft51,000 ft
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Cabin Environment

Max Certified Seating16 pax14 pax
Cabin Width8.5 ftWider
7.7 ft
Cabin Altitude @ FL4103,900 ftLower Altitude
8,000 ft

Expert Insights

Range & Capability

The Falcon 6X excels in sheer capability with a 5500nm range, making it preferred for extreme ultra-long-haul city pairs, whereas the Falcon 900 counters with 3800nm.

Cabin Architecture

While the Falcon 6X focuses on its 3-zone configuration (8.5ft wide), the Falcon 900 provides 7.7ft of width, offering a distinctly different volumetric feel for passengers.

Technological Edge

The Dassault Falcon 6X is a compelling choice in the long range segment because it combines credible... Both platforms represent the pinnacle of modern fly-by-wire avionics and systems redundancy in the long range class.

Operating Economics (Est.)

Variable Costs Per Hour

Falcon 6X$4,335/hr
Falcon 900$3,379/hr

Economic Note

Estimates based on 450 hours annual utilization. The Falcon 900 shows higher fuel efficiency resulting in lower direct variable costs per hour, while both airframes require similar fixed overheads for crew and hangarage.