Aircraft comparison
G280 vs Praetor 600
Published figures for the Gulfstream G280 and the Embraer Praetor 600, side by side, with what to weigh beyond the numbers.
Side by side
Published figures
| Gulfstream G280 | Embraer Praetor 600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Range | 3,600 nm maximum | 4,018 nm (4 passengers) |
| Passengers | Up to 10 | 8 standard · 12 maximum |
| Speed | Up to Mach 0.85 | 466 ktas · Mach 0.83 maximum |
| Engines | 2 × Honeywell HTF7250G | Honeywell HTF7500E |
| Cabin | 25 ft 10 in L × 6 ft 1 in H | Six-foot-tall flat-floor cabin |
| In service / certified | FAA certification 2012 | — |
| Status | Gulfstream announced the G300 as its replacement in September 2025. | Current Embraer model. Embraer announced an updated 600E in February 2026, with deliveries expected from 2029. |
Figures as published by each model’s sources (see the model pages). Sources may use different conditions, such as passenger load and cruise speed, so small differences are not like-for-like.
Beyond the numbers
What to weigh
- Your longest regular route with realistic load, not the maximum published range.
- Cabin layout and floor plan of the specific aircraft, not just the type.
- New or pre-owned availability, and model succession for out-of-production types.
- Maintenance programme status, which can outweigh differences between types.
- Crew availability for each type in your region.
Notes
G280
- With the G300 announced, buyers compare pre-owned G280s against the new model’s timing.
- Transatlantic-capable, often compared with the Challenger 3500 and Citation Longitude.
Praetor 600
- One of the longest-range aircraft in the super-midsize segment.
- With the 600E announced, buyers weigh a current aircraft against waiting.
Where to go from here
Next steps
Gulfstream G280Gulfstream announced the G300 as its replacement in September 2025.→Embraer Praetor 600Current Embraer model. Embraer announced an updated 600E in February 2026, with deliveries expected from 2029.→Aircraft AcquisitionAircraft selection, market assessment, valuation, due diligence, purchase negotiation and delivery.→Aircraft FinancingFinancing assessment, financial modelling, funding structures, lender evaluation and transaction closing.→Contact Adrian MihailoviciDiscuss your aircraft transaction directly, on WhatsApp or by request.→
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