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Bombardier Global 6500: Complete Specs, Performance, and Buyer's Guide (2026)
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Bombardier Global 6500: Complete Specs, Performance, and Buyer's Guide (2026)
The Bombardier Global 6500, in production since 2019, is part of Bombardier's modernized Global series and the upgraded successor to the Global 6000 with substantially extended range and modern Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 engines. The Global 6500 was first flown on January 31, 2018, received Transport Canada type certification in Q3 2019, and Bombardier announced its entry-into-service on October 1, 2019. Building on the proven Global 6000 platform, the 6500 features purpose-built Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 engines (renamed from BR710 Pearl) producing 15,125 lbf of takeoff thrust, reducing emissions by 30%. Aerodynamic enhancements including a reprofiled trailing edge improve fuel efficiency by up to 13% and allow a top speed of 600 knots. The Global 6500 delivers an impressive range of 6,600 nautical miles (1,300 nm more than predecessor Global 6000), Mach 0.90 max cruise (600 knots top), and a 51,000 ft service ceiling. The aircraft seats up to 17 passengers in a 43 ft 3 in cabin with 7 ft 11 in width and 6 ft 2 in stand-up height. The Global 6500 features 4 distinct cabin zones (4-seat club + conference suite for 6 + private suite + en-suite), Bombardier Vision flight deck with 4 T-configured displays (CVS + HUD optional), Nuage seats with award-winning Chaise and Cube options, Soleil circadian-based lighting, l'Opéra high-fidelity audio, and 4K cabin entertainment. Per Aircraft Bluebook Summer 2024 data, new Global 6500 costs $58M (2024 model) and $45M (2019 model). Pre-owned average: $47.57 million.
For operators wanting Bombardier large-cabin long-range capability with longer range than Global 5500 and 4-zone premium cabin configuration with the longest cabin in class (43'3"), the Global 6500 represents Bombardier's flagship large-cabin business jet.
Global 6500 Specifications at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | Large Cabin Long Range Jet - Current Production |
| Production Status | Active production (2019-Present) |
| Designation | Bombardier Global 6500 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier |
| Predecessor | Bombardier Global 6000 (2012-2019) |
| Sister Aircraft | Global 5500 (2'7" shorter fuselage) |
| Announcement | May 2018 |
| First Flight | January 31, 2018 |
| Transport Canada Type Certification | Q3 2019 |
| Entry-into-Service Announced | October 1, 2019 |
| First Delivery | 2019 |
| Production Years | 2019 to Present |
| Crew | 2 pilots + flight attendant |
| Passengers (Standard) | 13 |
| Passengers (Max) | 17-19 |
| Engines | 2× Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 turbofans |
| Thrust per Engine | 15,125 lbf takeoff thrust |
| Total Thrust | 30,250 lbf |
| Fuel Burn vs Global 6000 | 7-13% lower |
| Emission Reduction vs Predecessor | 30% lower |
| Engine Family | Rolls-Royce BR710 Pearl 15 (Pearl 15 variant) |
| Wing Design | Smooth Flĕx Wing (Mitsubishi Heavy Industries built) |
| Wing Improvement | Reprofiled trailing edge (modern aerodynamics) |
| Wing Purpose | In-air shock absorber, dampens turbulence |
| Avionics | Bombardier Vision Flight Deck (4 T-configured displays) |
| Vision Flight Deck Features | Combined Vision System (CVS) + HUD optional |
| Max Range | 6,600 nm |
| Range vs Global 6000 | +1,300 nm |
| Range (Seats Full per Aircraft Cost Calculator) | 6,004 nm |
| Max Cruise Speed | Mach 0.90 (600 knots top, 505 kts normal cruise) |
| Service Ceiling | 51,000 ft |
| Cabin Length | 43 ft 3 in (longest in class) |
| Cabin Width | 7 ft 11 in (95 in) |
| Cabin Height | 6 ft 2 in (74 in - stand-up flat floor) |
| Cabin Zones | 4 distinct cabin zones |
| Cabin Volume | ~1,884 cu ft |
| Cabin Configuration | 4-seat club + 6-seat conference suite + private suite + en-suite |
| Total Baggage Volume | 195 cu ft (internal) |
| Cabin Display | 24-inch 4K cabin displays |
| Cabin Lighting | Soleil circadian-based lighting system |
| Cabin Audio | Bombardier l'Opéra high-fidelity audio |
| Cabin Seating | Nuage seats (award-winning) |
| Available Cabin Options | Nuage Chaise + all-new Nuage Cube |
| En-Suite Lavatory | Windows + large mirror + vanity + sink + faucet |
| Optional Lavatory | Stand-up shower |
| Wardrobe | Large with unrestricted baggage access |
| Crew Rest Area | Separate forward lavatory + crew rest |
| Balanced Field Length | 6,145 ft |
| Landing Distance | 2,236 ft |
| Specialized Missions | Operating endurance over 18 hours |
| MTOW | ~100,000 lb |
| Maintenance Intervals | Longest in class |
| New Price (Aircraft Bluebook Summer 2024 - 2024 Model) | $58,000,000 |
| New Price (Aircraft Bluebook Summer 2024 - 2019 Model) | $45,000,000 |
| Pre-Owned Average (Aircraft Cost Calculator) | $47,570,000 |
| Variable Operating Cost (450 hr) | $11,060/hr (all-in) |
History as the Modernized Global 6000
The Global 6500 represents Bombardier's strategic modernization of the proven Global 6000 platform, with substantial improvements across performance, cabin, and avionics.
Platform timeline:
- 2012: Global 6000 service entry (Global Express derivative)
- May 2018: Global 5500 and 6500 announcement
- January 31, 2018: Global 6500 first flight
- 2018: 70% of flight testing hours completed
- December 2018: 75% flight test complete
- Q3 2019: Transport Canada Type Certification
- October 1, 2019: Entry-into-Service Announced
- 2019: First delivery
- 2019-Present: Active production
- 2024: Aircraft Bluebook Summer 2024 pricing data
Key Improvements Over Global 6000
The Global 6500 introduced substantial improvements over the predecessor Global 6000:
1. Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 Engines (vs BR710A on Global 6000)
The defining 6500 improvement:
- 15,125 lbf takeoff thrust: vs Global 6000's BR710A
- 30% lower emissions: Major environmental improvement
- 7% lower fuel consumption: vs Global 6000
- Up to 13% better fuel efficiency: With aerodynamic improvements
- Modern reliability: Established Rolls-Royce BR710 Pearl family
2. Substantial Range Extension
- 6,600 nm range: +1,300 nm vs Global 6000's 5,300 nm
- Reaches major intercontinental routes: Significant capability gain
- Better hot and high performance: Per Bombardier
3. Reprofiled Trailing Edge
- Modern aerodynamics: 13% fuel efficiency improvement
- Top speed 600 knots: Industry-leading
- Smooth Flĕx Wing: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries built
- In-air shock absorber: Turbulence dampening
4. 4-Zone Cabin Configuration
- Most equipped and technologically advanced cabin in class: Per Bombardier
- 4 distinct zones: Club + Conference + Private + En-Suite
- Largest cabin display in class: 4K entertainment
- 24-inch 4K displays: Industry-leading
- Industry's most advanced cabin lighting (Soleil): Premium
5. Bombardier Vision Flight Deck
- 4 T-configured displays: Modern integration
- Combined Vision System (CVS) optional: Enhanced + Synthetic Vision
- Head-Up Display (HUD) optional: Heads-up capability
- Graphical flight planning: Standard
- Airport Moving Map (AMM): Standard
- MultiScan weather radar: Standard
- Performance-Based Navigation (PBN): Standard
- CPDLC: Standard
- ADS-B In capability: Standard
6. Nuage Seating Collection (Award-Winning)
- Award-winning Nuage seats: Industry distinction
- Zero-gravity seating position: Premium comfort
- Nuage Chaise: Convertible lounge/sleep (first in business aviation)
- All-new Nuage Cube: Modular comfort option
- Patented Bombardier design: Industry-unique
7. Longest Maintenance Intervals in Class
- Reduced downtime: Per Bombardier
- Maximized airborne productivity: Industry-leading
- Per Bombardier: Critical for operators
8. Bombardier Soleil and l'Opéra
- Soleil circadian-based lighting: Industry-most advanced
- l'Opéra high-fidelity audio: Industry-leading
- Premium sensory experience: Standard
Cabin Interior
The Global 6500 cabin features the longest cabin in class with 4 distinct zones:
| Cabin Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Cabin Length | 43 ft 3 in (longest in class) |
| Cabin Width | 7 ft 11 in (95 in) |
| Cabin Height | 6 ft 2 in (74 in - stand-up flat floor) |
| Cabin Volume | ~1,884 cu ft |
| Cabin Zones | 4 distinct cabin zones |
| Total Baggage | 195 cu ft (internal) |
Standard 13-Passenger Configuration
- Four Distinct Cabin Zones: Club + Conference + Private + En-Suite
- Forward Club Suite: 4 seats
- Mid Conference Suite: 6-seat (with table)
- Aft Private Suite: Quietest, retreat for sleep
- En-Suite Lavatory: Premium aft
- Forward Galley: Standard
- Forward Lavatory: Crew + passenger
- Crew Rest Area: Separate
- Up to 17 Passengers: Maximum
Cabin Features (Premium)
- Longest cabin in class: 43'3"
- 7'11" cabin width: Industry-leading for class
- 6'2" stand-up flat floor: Premium
- 4K entertainment: Largest cabin display in class
- 24-inch 4K cabin displays: Industry-leading
- Soleil circadian-based lighting: Industry-most advanced
- l'Opéra high-fidelity audio: Industry-leading
- Nuage zero-gravity seats: Award-winning
- Optional Nuage Chaise: Convertible lounge/sleep
- Optional Nuage Cube: New modular comfort
- Industry's first chaise in business aviation: Industry distinction
- En-Suite lavatory: Windows + mirror + vanity + sink + faucet
- Optional stand-up shower: Premium feature
- Large wardrobe: Unrestricted baggage access
- Crew rest area: Privacy
- Forward lavatory: Crew + passenger separation
- Galley with high-quality cooking: Premium
- Extraordinary storage space: Galley
Performance
Speed and Range
| Performance Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Cruise Speed | Mach 0.90 (600 knots top) |
| Normal Cruise | 505 kts (582 mph) |
| Range | 6,600 nm |
| Range (Seats Full) | 6,004 nm |
| Service Ceiling | 51,000 ft |
| Specialized Missions Endurance | Over 18 hours |
Runway Performance
| Field Performance | Value |
|---|---|
| Balanced Field Length | 6,145 ft |
| Landing Distance | 2,236 ft |
Typical Mission Examples
- New York to Tokyo (~5,800 nm) - non-stop comfortable
- London to Buenos Aires (~6,500 nm) - non-stop achievable
- Los Angeles to Sydney (~6,500 nm) - non-stop achievable
- Hong Kong to New York (~7,000 nm) - close to limit
- Singapore to London (~6,800 nm) - achievable with favorable winds
- Sydney to Honolulu (~4,420 nm) - very comfortable
Engines
Two Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 turbofan engines, each producing 15,125 lbf of takeoff thrust (30,250 lbf total).
Key features:
- 30% lower emissions than Global 6000: Major improvement
- 7% lower fuel consumption: Per engine
- Up to 13% better fuel efficiency: With aerodynamic improvements
- Modern reliability: Established Rolls-Royce family
- Same Pearl 15 as Global 5500: Common platform validation
- Long-life maintenance intervals: Per Bombardier
Avionics: Bombardier Vision Flight Deck
Industry-leading avionics suite:
- 4 T-configured displays: Modern integration
- Optional Combined Vision System (CVS): EVS + SVS on HUD
- Optional Head-Up Display (HUD): Heads-up capability
- Graphical flight planning: Standard
- Airport Moving Map (AMM): Standard
- MultiScan weather radar: Standard
- Performance-Based Navigation (PBN): Standard
- CPDLC: Standard
- ADS-B In capability: Standard
Operating Costs
| Cost Item | Per Hour |
|---|---|
| Fuel (~600 gph) | $4,200 to $5,400 |
| Engine Reserve | $1,500 |
| Airframe Maintenance | $1,200 |
| Misc Variable | $500 |
| Total Variable Cost | ~$7,400 to $8,600/hr |
Annual operating budget at 450 hours: approximately $4.97 million all-in (per Aircraft Cost Calculator).
Variable operating cost per Aircraft Cost Calculator: $11,060/hr (all-in 450-hour basis).
Total variable costs: $3,754,350. Total fixed costs: $1,222,760. Annual budget: $4,977,110.
Pricing
| Year Range | New / Pre-Owned Price |
|---|---|
| 2024 Global 6500 (New Aircraft Bluebook Summer 2024) | $58,000,000 |
| 2019 to 2023 Global 6500 (Pre-Owned) | $45,000,000 to $52,000,000 |
Average Pre-Owned (Aircraft Cost Calculator): $47,570,000.
Mission Profile
Best fit profiles:
- Step-Up From Global 6000: Modern engines, +1,300 nm range
- Intercontinental and Transoceanic Operations: 6,600 nm range
- Bombardier Service Network Operators: Worldwide established support
- Operators Valuing Vision Flight Deck: Industry-leading avionics
- Operators Valuing 4-Zone Cabin: Premium configuration
- Specialized Missions Operators: 18+ hours endurance capability
Less suited if:
- You need 7,500+ nm range (consider Global 7500 or 8000)
- You require ultra-long-range (consider Global 7500/8000)
- You want trijet safety (consider Falcon 8X)
- You need fly-by-wire (consider Global 7500/8000)
- You require single-pilot certification (not certified)
Pros and Cons
What the Global 6500 Does Well
- 6,600 nm range (+1,300 nm vs Global 6000)
- Mach 0.90 max cruise (600 kts top)
- 51,000 ft service ceiling
- Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 engines (15,125 lbf each)
- 30% lower emissions vs Global 6000
- 7-13% lower fuel burn vs Global 6000
- Smooth Flĕx Wing (in-air shock absorber)
- Reprofiled trailing edge
- 43'3" cabin length (longest in class)
- 7'11" cabin width
- 6'2" stand-up flat floor
- 4 distinct cabin zones
- 195 cu ft baggage
- 4-seat club + 6-seat conference + private suite + en-suite
- Optional Nuage Chaise + Cube
- Soleil circadian-based lighting
- l'Opéra high-fidelity audio
- 4K cabin entertainment (24" displays)
- En-Suite lavatory with windows, mirror, vanity
- Optional stand-up shower
- Large wardrobe with baggage access
- Separate crew rest area
- Forward lavatory
- Bombardier Vision Flight Deck
- Combined Vision System optional
- Head-Up Display optional
- Longest maintenance intervals in class
- 18+ hours specialized missions endurance
- Bombardier worldwide service network
- 22 world speed records (G600 - separate from G6500 - matched by other modernized Globals)
Tradeoffs to Understand
- $58M+ new acquisition cost substantial
- 6,600 nm less than Global 7500's 7,700 nm
- Limited pre-owned market (recent production start)
- Two-pilot operation required
- Higher operating costs vs G5500
- No fly-by-wire (Global 7500/8000 have it)
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Global 6500 different from the Global 6000?
The Global 6500 (2019) is the modernized successor to the Global 6000 (2012-2019). Key improvements: more powerful Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 engines (15,125 lbf), 30% lower emissions, 7-13% better fuel efficiency, +1,300 nm longer range (6,600 nm vs 6000's 5,300 nm), reprofiled trailing edge aerodynamics, Smooth Flĕx Wing (Mitsubishi Heavy Industries built), Vision Flight Deck with CVS and HUD optional, 4-zone cabin (vs 6000's 3-zone), Nuage seats with Chaise and Cube, Soleil lighting, l'Opéra audio, and 4K cabin entertainment.
How is the Global 6500 different from the Global 5500?
The Global 6500 and Global 5500 are sister aircraft sharing the same engines (Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 at 15,125 lbf), same cabin width (7'11"), and many systems. Key differences: the 6500 has 2'7" (2.6 ft) longer fuselage (43'3" vs 5500's 40'9" cabin length), 4 distinct zones (vs 5500's 3), 6,600 nm range (vs 5500's 5,900 nm, +700 nm), 17-19 max passengers (vs 5500's 16), and 195 cu ft baggage (vs 5500's smaller). Pricing: 6500 ~$58M (2024) vs 5500 ~$46M (Q2 2025).
How is the Global 6500 different from the Global 7500?
The Global 7500 is Bombardier's revolutionary ultra-long-range flagship with substantially more capability than the 6500. The 7500 has 7,700 nm range (vs 6500's 6,600 nm), 4 distinct living spaces, GE Passport engines (17,000+ lbf, vs 6500's Pearl 15 15,125 lbf), and entered service 2018. The 6500 is positioned in large-cabin/long-range segment; the 7500 is in ultra-long-range.
How far can a Global 6500 fly?
The Bombardier Global 6500 has a maximum range of 6,600 nautical miles, with seats-full range of 6,004 nm. Routes like New York to Tokyo, Los Angeles to Sydney, and London to Buenos Aires are non-stop achievable.
Is the Global 6500 single-pilot certified?
No. The Global 6500 requires two pilots minimum (typically operated with 2 pilots + 1 flight attendant).
What engines power the Global 6500?
Two Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 turbofan engines (renamed from BR710 Pearl), each producing 15,125 lbf of takeoff thrust. These engines provide 30% lower emissions and 7-13% better fuel efficiency than the BR710A engines on the predecessor Global 6000. The same Pearl 15 engines power the smaller Global 5500.
What is the Smooth Flĕx Wing?
The Smooth Flĕx Wing is Bombardier's modern optimized wing design on the Global 5500/6500, built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. It functions as an in-air shock absorber, engineered to dampen turbulence for what Bombardier claims is the industry's smoothest ride. The 6500 features an additional reprofiled trailing edge that improves fuel efficiency by up to 13%.
What is the Nuage Chaise?
The Nuage Chaise is Bombardier's award-winning convertible seating innovation, marketed as "the industry's first chaise in business aviation." The Chaise functions as a relaxing lounge chair for reading or watching the world go by, while it converts to a flat sleeping surface for additional sleep capacity or banquet-style dining at a table. Available as an option on the Global 6500.
What is the Nuage Cube?
The Nuage Cube is Bombardier's all-new modular comfort option on the Global 6500. Part of the broader Nuage seating collection, the Cube provides additional cabin flexibility for different use cases. Limited public detail available beyond Bombardier's marketing description.
The Bottom Line
The Bombardier Global 6500 represents the modernized successor to the proven Global 6000, delivering 6,600 nm range (+1,300 nm capability gain), Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 engines with 30% lower emissions and 7-13% better fuel efficiency, Vision Flight Deck with Combined Vision System (CVS) and Head-Up Display (HUD), Nuage zero-gravity seats with award-winning Chaise and Cube, Soleil circadian-based lighting, l'Opéra high-fidelity audio, and 4-zone premium cabin configuration with the longest cabin in class (43'3"). As the 2'7" longer sibling to the Global 5500, the 6500 offers Bombardier large-cabin sophistication at premium pricing reflecting the 4-zone premium configuration. With Smooth Flĕx Wing technology, reprofiled trailing edge aerodynamics, longest maintenance intervals in class, and 18+ hour specialized missions endurance, the 6500 represents Bombardier's flagship large-cabin business jet. At $58M new (2024 model) and pre-owned average $47.57M, the Global 6500 commands premium pricing reflecting substantial capability advantages over the Global 5500. The 6500 is positioned as Bombardier's premium large-cabin offering between Global 5500 (mid-range) and Global 7500 (ultra-long-range).
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Related Aircraft Guides:
- Bombardier Global 6000: Direct Predecessor (BR710A Engines, 5,300 nm)
- Bombardier Global 5500: 2'7" Shorter Sibling (5,900 nm Range)
- Bombardier Global 7500: Ultra-Long-Range Successor (7,700 nm, GE Passport)
- Bombardier Global 8000: Ultra-Long-Range Variant
- Bombardier Challenger 3500: Smaller Super-Midsize Sibling
- Dassault Falcon 8X: Direct Trijet Competitor (6,450 nm)
- Gulfstream G600: Direct Competitor (6,500 nm, Twin-Engine)
The Bombardier Global 6500 is currently in active production. Aircraft available through Bombardier and authorized brokers. Specifications accurate as of 2026.