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Bombardier Challenger 350 vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Embraer Praetor 500

All three are super-midsize business jets, but they emphasize slightly different strengths. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is a super-midsize jet optimized for cabin comfort and missions in the roughly 3,200–3,400 nautical mile class, typically configured for about 8–10 passengers. The Cessna Citation Latitude sits at the upper end of the midsize/super-midsize boundary, generally offering a range around 2,700 nautical miles and usually seating about 7–9 passengers, with an emphasis on efficient operation and a wide, comfortable cabin for its class. The Embraer Praetor 500 is a super-midsize jet focused on longer legs in this group, with range commonly cited around 3,300 nautical miles, and typical seating around 8–9 passengers. In practical terms, Latitude tends to be the shorter-range option, while Challenger 3500 and Praetor 500 compete more directly on transcontinental-style capability, with the Praetor 500 often edging range slightly and the Challenger 3500 often emphasizing cabin experience and refinement.

SpecCessna Citation LatitudeEmbraer Praetor 500
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 6.80$ 6.02
Min Crew22
Total Seats109
ManufacturerCessna CitationEmbraer
Aircraft NameLatitudePraetor 500
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)27313340
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.85$ 0.86
Max Cabin Seats99
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)12394
Standard Cabin Seats87
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,936$ 2,779
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)458466
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$19,305,000$16,995,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats109
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats99
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats87
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2680027110
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,9505800
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW306D1HTF7500E
TBO (hrs)6000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 18
Thrust (lbs)59076540
No. of Engines22
Fuel Burn (lbph)1114
Fuel Capacity (gal)1700
Dimensions
Length (ft)6264.6
Wingspan (ft)72.370.5
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.46.9
Cabin Height (ft)66
Cabin Length (ft)21.820.6
Overall Height (ft)20.921.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.44.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.917.4
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100110
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)2740