Airbus ACJ318 Elite vs Boeing BBJ 737 MAX 8
On published range, the Boeing BBJ 737 MAX 8 goes 4,519 km further than the Airbus ACJ318 Elite (12,297 km against 7,778 km).
The Boeing BBJ 737 MAX 8 is certified for 25 passengers, against 19 for the other.
The Airbus ACJ318 Elite has the taller cabin (2.26 m against 2.16 m).
Both sit in the "VIP airliner" category, so the published hourly band is the same: € 13,750 – 19,750 per hour. Published rate for the category, not for the model.
| Comparison table |  Airbus ACJ318 Elite |  Boeing BBJ 737 MAX 8 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | VIP airliner | VIP airliner |
| Production | Out of production | In production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 19 | 25 — Best value |
| Cabin width | 3.7 m — Best value | 3.53 m |
| Cabin height | 2.26 m — Best value | 2.16 m |
| Flight | ||
| Range | 7,778 km (4,200 nm) | 12,297 km (6,640 nm) — Best value |
| Max speed (MMo) | Mach 0.82 | Mach 0.82 |
| Cost | ||
| Hourly rate (category) | € 13,750 – 19,750 | € 13,750 – 19,750 |
| Compare | Quote on this model | Quote on this model |
Computed on the maximum published range: the real leg depends on payload, wind and reserves. Prices are indicative, at the category hourly rate.
Sources: Manufacturer published specifications (2026-05) · Paramount Business Jets — published charter rates (2026-08-07) · European Central Bank daily reference rate — EUR/USD rate 1.1652 (2026-09-09)