The Global 7500 versus the Gulfstream G650ER
Last month Bombardier made the first delivery of the Global 7500 to a customer, shortly after its entry into service. And the company’s new flagship business jet is now undertaking a global demonstration tour.
As the world’s furthest-flying purpose built business jet at the top of the private jet charter market, it aims to unseat the incumbent and iconic Gulfstream G650ER. So it will certainly create a lot of interest as it flies around the world. But how do the two aircraft compare?
How does the Global 7500 compare to the Gulfstream G650ER?
In performance terms, these two aircraft are actually very similar. Both are capable of carrying up to 19 passengers at speeds of around Mach 0.9 – just under the speed of sound. The Bombardier Global 7500 powered by GE engines, and Gulfstream G650ER by Rolls Royce.
Here’s our exclusive video tour of a Global 7500 test aircraft.
In purchase price terms they are also similar, a new Gulfstream G650ER selling for $66.5 million, and the Global 7500 retailing at $73 million. The Global 7500 is sold out until 2021, with 19 deliveries planned for 2019 and 39 for 2020. Gulfstream is expected to deliver 55 G650s/G650ERs in 2019, and 50 in 2020.
Range is one point of difference, with the Global 7500 capable of flying up to 7700 nautical miles, and the G650ER up to 7500. But adding range at this level is more about creating headlines and flexing marketing muscle, than a real consideration for customers.
The majority aren’t flying to the very far extremes that either of these aircraft are capable of, so a couple of hundred nautical miles doesn’t make much difference either way.
Inside the cabin: Global 7500 vs Gulfstream G650ER
The real point of difference with the Global 7500 is inside its cabin. Its four-zone layout and extra space will appeal to customers looking for more privacy – giving a dedicated and permanent bedroom area, rather than one converted from the divan seating (which is the standard in current Global and Gulfstream models).
There’s also a stand up shower in its ensuite, which isn’t available in the G650ER; and a large conference suite with a 6-seater table, which can also be used for a formal dining space. Bombardier has also added extra windows (now 28 in all) to compete with Gulfstream’s famously light-filled cabin.
Ultimately both are fantastic aircraft at the very pinnacle of purpose-built private jets, and we’ll be watching this rivalry closely over the next few years. With Gulfstream carrying such a big brand heft, it will still have the edge for many.
When will the Bombardier Global 7500 be available for charter?
We’re expecting the first Global 7500 to become available for charter later in 2019.
There are a number of Gulfstream and Bombardier Global models available on the charter market. Contact us for advice or pricing on +44 (0)20 7100 6960.
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