Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Total Time: 6,540 hours
- Total Landings: 2,414
- Passenger Capacity: 12
- Range: 3,875 miles
- Avionics: Honeywell Collins
- Hangared with CAMP data
- Engines: GE CF-34-3A1
- APU: Honeywell GTCP36-100(E)
- 120 month check due February 2026
- Overhauled Gear in 2016
- US-based (N Reg)
- European ACAS II, TAWS, and RVSM compliant
- Engine Maintenance Program included
About this Model
Overview
The Challenger 601-3R is the long-range evolution of the early Challenger line, pairing a wide, stand-up cabin class with improved fuel capacity and range capability versus earlier 600-series models. It is typically selected for missions that prioritize a spacious cabin for 8–12 passengers and the ability to fly longer legs with fewer fuel stops, while accepting older-generation avionics and higher operating footprint than newer large-cabin designs.
Mission Fit
In practice, the 601-3R fits organizations that value a true large-cabin cross-section and longer legs. Typical use cases include multi-hour corporate travel, family/owner trips with baggage, and charter-style missions where passenger comfort and range flexibility are key. Airport performance and payload/range will be driven by temperature, runway length, and interior/aux tank configurations; plan missions with realistic reserves and alternates.
Cabin
The defining attribute is cabin cross-section: a wide cabin that supports a conventional double-club or mixed club/conference layout and better shoulder room than many mid-cabin jets of its era. Cabin altitude and noise levels depend on airframe condition and insulation/refurbishment standard; many aircraft in service have undergone interior updates that materially change perceived comfort. Baggage is typically split between internal and external compartments, which can affect in-flight access depending on configuration.