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Bombardier Challenger 350 vs Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Gulfstream G280"

The Bombardier Challenger 350, Challenger 650, and Gulfstream G280 are all super‑mid to large‑cabin business jets, but they prioritize different strengths. The Challenger 350 is the most “super‑mid” of the three, typically offering about 3,200 nautical miles of range and seating commonly arranged for around 8–9 passengers, making it well suited to efficient transcontinental missions with strong operating economics. The Challenger 650 steps up into the large‑cabin category, with a longer typical range around 4,000 nautical miles and a noticeably roomier cabin; it often carries about 10–12 passengers in executive layouts, favoring comfort on longer legs. The Gulfstream G280 is a super‑mid with long legs, generally around 3,600 nautical miles of range, and usually seats about 8–10 passengers; it is often chosen for its blend of speed, range, and a cabin that competes strongly in the super‑mid segment. Exact figures vary with configuration, payload, and conditions.

SpecBombardier Challenger 650
Summary
Cockpit2
DOC / nm$ 7.16
Min Crew2
Total Seats11
ManufacturerBombardier
Aircraft NameChallenger 650
CertificationFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)4085
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.80
Max Cabin Seats12
OEM VerificationVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)21050
Standard Cabin Seats9
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,365
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$32,400,000
Cabin
Cockpit2
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew2
Crew RestYes
Jump SeatYes
Total Seats11
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats12
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.8
Galley / RefreshmentGalley
Standard Cabin Seats9
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23000
Engine
FADECYes
ModelCF34-3B MTO
TBO (hrs)On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)9220
No. of Engines2
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.4
Wingspan (ft)64.4
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.9
Cabin Height (ft)6
Cabin Length (ft)25.6
Overall Height (ft)20.7
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.4
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)112