Heavy Jet · Comparison
Dassault Falcon 2000 vs Gulfstream GIV-SP
Side-by-side Heavy Jet analysis of the Dassault Falcon 2000 and Gulfstream GIV-SP: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Heavy Jet
- Seats
- 10 / 14
- Range
- 6,300 km / 7,815 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Dassault Falcon 2000 is configured for 10 seats with cabin height 1.9 m; the Gulfstream GIV-SP offers 14 seats and 1.9 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 6,300 km for the Dassault Falcon 2000 versus 7,815 km for the Gulfstream GIV-SP, with cruise speeds of 850 km/h and 870 km/h. Longer published range suits thin-route city pairs; shorter-hop missions can prioritize cabin comfort or lower typical hourly cost instead.
Operating cost context: typical hourly cost is listed at $4,500/hr for the Dassault Falcon 2000 and $5,300/hr for the Gulfstream GIV-SP. Takeoff runway guidance is 1600 m versus 1670 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 128 live public offers for the Dassault Falcon 2000 and 55 for the Gulfstream GIV-SP right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.
Specs & availability
| Spec | Dassault Falcon 2000 | Gulfstream GIV-SP |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dassault | Gulfstream Aerospace |
| Category | Heavy Jet | Heavy Jet |
| Seats | 10 | 14 |
| Range | 6,300 km | 7,815 km |
| Cruise speed | 850 km/h | 870 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $4,500/hr | $5,300/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.9 m | 1.9 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1600 m | 1670 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 128 | 55 |
Key takeaways
The Gulfstream GIV-SP seats more passengers (14 vs 10). On published range, the Gulfstream GIV-SP covers more distance (7,815 km vs 6,300 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Dassault Falcon 2000 ($4,500/hr vs $5,300/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Dassault Falcon 2000 (128 vs 55).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Dassault Falcon 2000 or the Gulfstream GIV-SP?
Published seating is 10 for the Dassault Falcon 2000 and 14 for the Gulfstream GIV-SP.
Which has longer range, the Dassault Falcon 2000 or the Gulfstream GIV-SP?
Published range is 6,300 km for the Dassault Falcon 2000 and 7,815 km for the Gulfstream GIV-SP.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Dassault Falcon 2000 and the Gulfstream GIV-SP?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $4,500/hr for the Dassault Falcon 2000 and $5,300/hr for the Gulfstream GIV-SP.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Dassault Falcon 2000 vs the Gulfstream GIV-SP?
EmptyJet currently lists 128 empty-leg offers for the Dassault Falcon 2000 and 55 for the Gulfstream GIV-SP. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.