Archived 27 May 2026
Archived side-by-side comparison from the Freestream library
The Dassault Falcon 2000 and Gulfstream G200 represent two well-regarded super-midsize platforms from overlapping production generations, each powered by a distinct engine configuration. The Falcon 2000 uses twin CFE738-1-1B turbofans developed jointly by Honeywell and General Electric, with a range of 2,841 nautical miles and a wide-body three-abreast cabin measuring 31.2 ft in length. The G200 is powered by twin Pratt & Whitney Canada PW306A engines and provides a longer seats-full range of 3,130 nautical miles with a cabin configured for up to eight passengers.
The Falcon 2000 entered service in 1995 and production concluded in 2006, succeeded by the Falcon 2000EX. The G200 was produced from 1997 to 2011 as the successor to the Galaxy Aerospace Galaxy. This archived comparison uses Conklin & de Decker data pulled 27 May 2026.
The Falcon 2000 is a twin-engine wide-body business jet designed and produced by Dassault Aviation, entering service in 1995 as a derivative of the trijet Falcon 900 with a shortened fuselage. It is powered by twin CFE738-1-1B engines (5,918 lbf each), a turbofan developed jointly by General Electric and Honeywell (AlliedSignal). Range is 2,841 nautical miles at a maximum cruise speed of 475 knots. The three-abreast cabin measures 31.2 ft in length, 7.7 ft wide, and 6.2 ft tall, accommodating up to ten passengers with 131 cu ft of internal baggage volume. Production ended in 2006 with the Falcon 2000EX entering service as the successor.
Falcon 2000 family render shown
| Production | 1995 – 2006 |
| Long-Range Cruise Speed | 430 kts |
| Maximum Cruise Speed | 475 kts |
| Range, Seats-Full | 2,841 nm |
| Ferry Range | 3,130 nm |
| Rate of Climb | 3,730 ft/min |
| Engine-Out Ceiling | 27,400 ft |
| Balanced Field Length | 5,100 ft |
| Cabin Dimensions (L × W × H) | 31.2 × 7.7 × 6.2 ft |
| Baggage Volume (Total) | 131 cu ft (internal) |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 35,800 lb |
| Basic Operating Weight | 22,750 lb |
| Usable Fuel | 12,155 lb |
| Variable Cost Per Hour | $6,257 |
| Annual Fixed Cost | $1,108,771 |
The Gulfstream G200 is a twin-engine super-midsize business jet, originally developed by Israel Aircraft Industries as the Galaxy Aerospace Galaxy and rebranded following Gulfstream's acquisition in 2001. It is powered by twin Pratt & Whitney Canada PW306A engines (6,040 lbf each) and equipped with the Honeywell Primus 2000 avionics suite. Range is 3,130 nautical miles at a maximum cruise speed of 470 knots. The cabin measures 24.5 ft in length, 7.2 ft wide, and 6.25 ft tall, accommodating up to eight passengers with 150 cu ft of total baggage volume across internal and external compartments. Production concluded in 2011, succeeded by the G280.
| Production | 1997 – 2011 |
| Long-Range Cruise Speed | 430 kts |
| Maximum Cruise Speed | 470 kts |
| Range, Seats-Full | 3,130 nm |
| Ferry Range | 3,530 nm |
| Rate of Climb | 3,700 ft/min |
| Engine-Out Ceiling | 23,720 ft |
| Balanced Field Length | 6,991 ft |
| Cabin Dimensions (L × W × H) | 24.5 × 7.2 × 6.25 ft |
| Baggage Volume (Total) | 150 cu ft (25 internal, 125 external) |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 35,450 lb |
| Basic Operating Weight | 19,950 lb |
| Usable Fuel | 15,000 lb |
| Variable Cost Per Hour | $4,776 |
| Annual Fixed Cost | $1,091,146 |
Key metrics across both platforms. Hover a column to highlight; best values in each row are accented. Acquisition cost excluded by design.
| Falcon 2000 | G200 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Range, Seats-Full | 2,841 nm | 3,130 nm |
| Ferry Range | 3,130 nm | 3,530 nm |
| Maximum Cruise Speed | 475 kts | 470 kts |
| Long-Range Cruise Speed | 430 kts | 430 kts |
| Maximum Altitude | 47,000 ft | 45,000 ft |
| Rate of Climb | 3,730 ft/min | 3,700 ft/min |
| Engine-Out Ceiling | 27,400 ft | 23,720 ft |
| Balanced Field Length | 5,100 ft | 6,991 ft |
| Cabin | ||
| Cabin Width | 7.7 ft | 7.2 ft |
| Cabin Length | 31.2 ft | 24.5 ft |
| Cabin Height | 6.2 ft | 6.25 ft |
| Passenger Capacity | 10 | 8 |
| Baggage Volume (Total) | 131 cu ft | 150 cu ft |
| Operating Economics | ||
| Variable Cost / Hour | $6,257 | $4,776 |
| Fuel / Hour | $1,435 | $1,390 |
| Maintenance / Hour | $1,652 | $1,593 |
| Engine Reserves / Hour | $2,558 | $1,182 |
| Annual Fixed Cost | $1,108,771 | $1,091,146 |
Assumes 250 flight hours per year, $5.00 per US gallon Jet A, $105 per hour maintenance labour, 600 nm average trip.
All performance and operating cost figures are drawn from Conklin & de Decker (JSSI) via Freestream's subscription account, pulled 27 May 2026. Figures reflect the specific variant records held by C&D at that date.
Hourly variable and annual fixed costs are modelled at 250 flight hours per year, $5.00 per US gallon Jet A, $105 per hour maintenance labour, and a 600 nm average trip. Crew, hangar, insurance, and training are included in the fixed line. Acquisition cost is excluded.
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