Bombardier Global Express XRS

The ultra-long-range jet built to refine the original Global platform.

Bombardier Global Express XRS ‘M-LOLA’. © Jean-Luc Altherr

Overview

Bombardier Canada ICAO: GLEX 2004–2012 Active $59 million (2012)

The Global Express XRS represented an enhanced development of Bombardier’s original Global Express. Entering service in the mid-2000s, it introduced aerodynamic and cabin improvements. The aircraft targeted operators requiring intercontinental capability with improved comfort.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
2 × Rolls-Royce BR710A2-20
Engine type
Turbofan
Thrust
2 × 14,750 lbf · 66 kN
Avionics
Honeywell Primus 2000 XP
Wing tips
Blended tips
Seats
19
Crew
—
Cabin width
8 ft 2 in  ·  2.49 m
Cabin height
6 ft 3 in  ·  1.91 m
Cabin length
48 ft 4 in  ·  14.74 m
Exterior length
99 ft 5 in  ·  30.30 m
Tail height
25 ft 7 in  ·  7.80 m
Fuselage diameter
8 ft 10 in  ·  2.68 m
Wing span
95 ft 2 in  ·  29.00 m
Baggage volume
195 ft³  ·  5.5 m³
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
98,000 lb  ·  44,500 kg
Max landing weight
78,500 lb  ·  35,700 kg
Max payload
4,800 lb  ·  2,200 kg
Fuel capacity
6,700 gal · 25,400 L · 20,300 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
513 kt  ·  590 mph  ·  950 km/h
Maximum speed
—
Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
—
Range
6,150 nm  ·  7,080 mi  ·  11,390 km
Fuel burn
0.92 nm/gal  ·  0.45 km/L
Ceiling
51,000 ft  ·  15,500 m
Rate of climb
3,350 ft/min  ·  17 m/s
Takeoff distance
6,200 ft  ·  1,890 m
Landing distance
2,650 ft  ·  810 m
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Bombardier BD700 Global Express XRS ‘9H-IRA’

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Operational Context

Bombardier Global Express XRS — ultra-long-range business jet

The XRS first flew in 2004 and entered service in 2005. It incorporated wing refinements and extended maintenance intervals compared with earlier versions. The cabin featured upgraded materials and layout options.

Two Rolls-Royce BR710 engines producing approximately 14,750 pounds of thrust (65.6 kN) each power the jet. Cruise speed approaches Mach 0.85. Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 98,000 pounds (44,452 kg), supporting a range near 6,150 nautical miles (11,390 km).

The XRS strengthened Bombardier’s position in the ultra-long-range segment before the introduction of newer Global models. Many remain active in corporate and government service. The aircraft remains closely associated with early 2000s intercontinental business travel.