BD-700 Global Express vs Falcon 2000

Canadian long-range business jet, developed in the 1990s, renowned for corporate and VIP transport globally.
Picture of BD-700 Global Express
Origin country 🇨🇦 Canada
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Bombardier
First flight 13 October 1996
Year introduced 1999
Number produced 816 units
Average unit price $25 million
French business jet, launched in the late 20th century, extensively used for private and business aviation worldwide.
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault
First flight 4 March 1993
Year introduced 1995
Number produced 675 units
Average unit price $28 million
Wing area 95.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 29.0 m â—‰
Height 7.3 m â—‰
Length 30.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 950 km/h
Operational range 11,100 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,545 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 45,132 kg â—‰
Empty weight 22,566 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 6,690 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Bombardier BD-700 Global Express
Wing area 49.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 19.3 m â—‰
Height 7.1 m â—‰
Length 20.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 7,408 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,545 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 18,597 kg â—‰
Empty weight 9,405 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 3,175 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Dassault Falcon 2000

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of BD-700 Global Express by Bombardier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the BD-700 Global Express or Falcon 2000?
The BD-700 Global Express is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the Falcon 2000's 0 km/h, a difference of 950 km/h.
Which has longer range, the BD-700 Global Express or Falcon 2000?
The BD-700 Global Express has a longer range at 11,100 km compared to the Falcon 2000's 7,408 km.
Which can fly higher, the BD-700 Global Express or Falcon 2000?
The Falcon 2000 has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the BD-700 Global Express's 15,545 meters (51,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the BD-700 Global Express or Falcon 2000?
The BD-700 Global Express has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,132 kg compared to the Falcon 2000's 18,597 kg.
Which is larger, the BD-700 Global Express or Falcon 2000?
The BD-700 Global Express is longer at 30.3 meters compared to the Falcon 2000's 20.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the BD-700 Global Express or Falcon 2000?
The Falcon 2000 is more expensive at approximately $28 million per unit compared to the BD-700 Global Express at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the BD-700 Global Express or Falcon 2000?
The Falcon 2000 entered service first in 1995, 4 years before the BD-700 Global Express which entered service in 1999.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BD-700 Global Express or Falcon 2000?
The BD-700 Global Express has been produced in greater numbers with 816 units compared to 675 units of the Falcon 2000.