BD-700 Global Express vs Falcon 2000

Overview

The BD-700 Global Express and the Falcon 2000 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Bombardier and Dassault respectively.

Top speed is 950 km/h for the BD-700 Global Express vs 1,050 km/h for the Falcon 2000. The BD-700 Global Express has an operational range of 11,100 km vs 7,408 km for the Falcon 2000. The BD-700 Global Express operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 15,545 m for the Falcon 2000. At 45,132 kg MTOW, the BD-700 Global Express is 2.4x the Falcon 2000's 18,597 kg.

The BD-700 Global Express has been produced in 816 units vs 675 for the Falcon 2000. Unit cost is $25M for the BD-700 Global Express vs $28M for the Falcon 2000. The Falcon 2000 first flew 3 years before the BD-700 Global Express (1993 vs 1996).

BD-700 Global Express

Canadian long-range business jet, developed in the 1990s, renowned for corporate and VIP transport globally.
Bombardier BD-700 Global Express Transport profile drawing
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
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Falcon 2000

French business jet, launched in the late 20th century, extensively used for private and business aviation worldwide.
Dassault Falcon 2000 Transport profile drawing
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
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BD-700 Global Express

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 â—‰
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 3,345 kgf â—‰

Falcon 2000

Wing area 49.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 19.3 m â—‰
Height 7.1 m â—‰
Length 20.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1050 km/h â—‰
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 1,588 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the BD-700 Global Express or Falcon 2000?
The Falcon 2000 is faster with a maximum speed of 1,050 km/h compared to the BD-700 Global Express's 950 km/h, a difference of 100 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.

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