Falcon 7X vs Falcon 8X
Overview
The Falcon 7X and the Falcon 8X are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault and Dassault respectively.
Top speed is 1,078 km/h for the Falcon 7X vs 1,111 km/h for the Falcon 8X. The Falcon 7X has an operational range of 11,019 km vs 11,945 km for the Falcon 8X. The Falcon 7X operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 15,545 m for the Falcon 8X.
The Falcon 7X has been produced in 289 units vs 289 for the Falcon 8X. Unit cost is $54.2M for the Falcon 7X vs $50M for the Falcon 8X. The Falcon 7X first flew 10 years before the Falcon 8X (2005 vs 2015).
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 5 May 2005 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | 289 units |
| Average unit price | $54.2 million |
| French high-end business jet, developed as a derivative of the Falcon 7X with a longer fuselage and modernized equipment. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 6 February 2015 |
| Year introduced | 2016 |
| Number produced | 289 units |
| Average unit price | $50 million |
| Wing area | 70.7 m² |
| Wingspan | 26.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1078 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 11,019 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,545 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 31,800 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 3 x 9 kN â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 26.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 24.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1111 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 11,945 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,545 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 33,113 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 16,693 kg |
| Total thrust | 3 x 1,020 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Falcon 7X or Falcon 8X?
The Falcon 8X is faster with a maximum speed of 1,111 km/h compared to the Falcon 7X's 1,078 km/h, a difference of 33 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Falcon 7X or Falcon 8X?
The Falcon 8X has a longer range at 11,945 km compared to the Falcon 7X's 11,019 km.
Which can fly higher, the Falcon 7X or Falcon 8X?
The Falcon 8X has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the Falcon 7X's 15,545 meters (51,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Falcon 7X or Falcon 8X?
The Falcon 8X has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,113 kg compared to the Falcon 7X's 31,800 kg.
Which is larger, the Falcon 7X or Falcon 8X?
The Falcon 8X is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the Falcon 7X's 23.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Falcon 7X or Falcon 8X?
The Falcon 7X is more expensive at approximately $54 million per unit compared to the Falcon 8X at $50 million.
Which entered service first, the Falcon 7X or Falcon 8X?
The Falcon 7X entered service first in 2007, 9 years before the Falcon 8X which entered service in 2016.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Falcon 7X or Falcon 8X?
Both the Falcon 7X and Falcon 8X have been produced in equal numbers with 289 units each.