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Gulfstream Aerospace

G400

G400
Starting List Price

$35.0M

Dassault Aviation

Falcon 2000LXS

Falcon 2000LXS
Starting List Price

$35.0M

Technical Specification Matrix

Preferred Metric
speed

Performance Metrics

ParameterG400Falcon 2000LXS
Max Range (NBAA IFR)4,200 nmWinner
4,000 nm
Max Cruise SpeedMach 0.9Winner (Speed)
Mach 0.862
Takeoff Distance (SL, ISA, MTOW)5,000 ft
4,675 ftShort Field
Max Operating Altitude51,000 ft47,000 ft
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Cabin Environment

Max Certified Seating12 pax10 pax
Cabin Width7.7 ft
7.7 ft
Cabin Altitude @ FL4104,850 ftLower Altitude
7,000 ft

Expert Insights

Range & Capability

The G400 excels in sheer capability with a 4200nm range, making it preferred for extreme ultra-long-haul city pairs, whereas the Falcon 2000LXS counters with 4000nm.

Cabin Architecture

While the G400 focuses on its 3-zone configuration (7.7ft wide), the Falcon 2000LXS provides 7.7ft of width, offering a distinctly different volumetric feel for passengers.

Technological Edge

The Gulfstream G400 is a compelling choice in the super mid-size segment because it combines credibl... Both platforms represent the pinnacle of modern fly-by-wire avionics and systems redundancy in the super mid size class.

Operating Economics (Est.)

Variable Costs Per Hour

G400$3,598/hr
Falcon 2000LXS$2,477/hr

Economic Note

Estimates based on 450 hours annual utilization. The Falcon 2000LXS shows higher fuel efficiency resulting in lower direct variable costs per hour, while both airframes require similar fixed overheads for crew and hangarage.