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Bombardier

Global 6500

Global 6500
Starting List Price

$56.0M

Bombardier

Global 6000

Global 6000
Starting List Price

$62.0M

Technical Specification Matrix

Preferred Metric
speed

Performance Metrics

ParameterGlobal 6500Global 6000
Max Range (NBAA IFR)6,600 nmWinner
6,000 nm
Max Cruise SpeedMach 0.9Winner (Speed)
Mach 0.89
Takeoff Distance (SL, ISA, MTOW)6,145 ftShort Field
6,476 ft
Max Operating Altitude51,000 ft51,000 ft
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Cabin Environment

Max Certified Seating17 pax17 pax
Cabin Width7.9 ft
7.9 ft
Cabin Altitude @ FL4104,500 ft
4,500 ft

Expert Insights

Range & Capability

The Global 6500 excels in sheer capability with a 6600nm range, making it preferred for extreme ultra-long-haul city pairs, whereas the Global 6000 counters with 6000nm.

Cabin Architecture

While the Global 6500 focuses on its 3-zone configuration (7.9ft wide), the Global 6000 provides 7.9ft of width, offering a distinctly different volumetric feel for passengers.

Technological Edge

The Bombardier Global 6500 is one of the most capable long range business jets in its class. It offe... 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

Global 6500$5,150/hr
Global 6000$5,441/hr

Economic Note

Estimates based on 450 hours annual utilization. The Global 6500 shows higher fuel efficiency resulting in lower direct variable costs per hour, while both airframes require similar fixed overheads for crew and hangarage.