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Bombardier Challenger 350 vs Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Embraer Legacy 500

All three are super-midsize business jets, but they emphasize different strengths. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is a super-midsize jet optimized for comfort and efficiency, with a typical range of about 3,400 nautical miles and seating that commonly accommodates 8 to 10 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible). The Cessna Citation Sovereign+ is also super-midsize, known for strong runway performance and a practical cabin, offering roughly 3,200 nautical miles of range and typically seating 8 to 12 passengers depending on configuration. The Embraer Legacy 500 sits in the same super-midsize category, combining a spacious cabin feel with modern avionics; its range is generally around 3,100 nautical miles and it is usually configured for about 8 to 10 passengers. In broad terms, the Challenger 3500 tends to lead on range, the Sovereign+ often offers flexible seating and short-field practicality, and the Legacy 500 is frequently chosen for cabin comfort and contemporary design within similar mission profiles.

SpecCessna Citation Sovereign+Embraer Legacy 500
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 6.02$ 6.74
Min Crew22
Total Seats1110
ManufacturerCessna CitationEmbraer
Aircraft NameSovereign +Legacy 500
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)31383153
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.84
Max Cabin Seats1212
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1279014837
Standard Cabin Seats99
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,699$ 3,141
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)458481
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$19,730,000$20,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats1110
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1212
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.39.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats99
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2523027140
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6000
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelPW306DHTF7500E
TBO (hrs)6000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 16ISA + 18
Thrust (lbs)59077036
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)17001963
Fuel Burn (lbph)1441
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.568.1
Wingspan (ft)72.466.5
Aisle Step (ft)0.7Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.56.8
Cabin Height (ft)5.76
Cabin Length (ft)25.324.1
Overall Height (ft)20.421.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.94.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.421.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100110
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)3545