Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Bombardier Global 5500 vs Bombardier Global 8000
The Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Challenger 650 are super‑midsize jets, while the Global 5500 and Global 8000 are long‑range, large‑cabin business jets. The Challenger 3500 is optimized for efficient regional and transcontinental missions, offering roughly 3,400 nautical miles of range and typically seating about 8–10 passengers in a comfortable super‑midsize cabin. The Challenger 650 has a larger, wide‑cabin feel compared with the 3500 but is an older‑generation design with a similar mission profile; it offers about 4,000 nautical miles of range and commonly carries 8–12 passengers. Stepping up, the Global 5500 brings a true large‑cabin experience and intercontinental capability, with about 5,900 nautical miles of range and typical seating around 10–16 passengers depending on configuration. At the top end, the Global 8000 is Bombardier’s flagship ultra‑long‑range jet, designed for the longest city pairs, with approximately 8,000 nautical miles of range and typical seating in the 8–16 passenger range, prioritizing comfort and multiple living zones over high‑density layouts.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Bombardier Challenger 650 | Bombardier Global 5500 | Bombardier Global 8000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.71 | $ 7.16 | $ 9.49 | $ 9.50 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 11 | 14 | 19 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Bombardier | Bombardier | Bombardier |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 3500 | Challenger 650 | Global 5500 | Global 8000 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3400 | 4085 | 5900 | 8000 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.84 | $ 0.80 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.79 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 12 | 16 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 15950 | 21050 | — | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 9 | 12 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,152 | $ 3,365 | $ 4,895 | $ 4,900 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Enhanced and Synthetic Vision Systems |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 533 | 470 | 504 | 626.7 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $26,950,000 | $32,400,000 | $46,000,000 | $78,000,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | — | — | Business Jet |
| Max Passengers | — | — | — | 19 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 10 | 11 | 14 | 19 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 12 | 16 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | 8.8 | — | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 9 | 12 | 12 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23338 | 23000 | — | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 2,900 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF73500 | CF34-3B MTO | Pearl | Passport |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On-Condition | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 15 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7323 | 9220 | 15125 | 18920 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.7 | 68.4 | 96 | 111 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 69 | 64.4 | 94 | 104 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.2 | 7.9 | 8 | 8 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6 | 6.2 | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | 25.6 | 40.8 | 54.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20 | 20.7 | 25.5 | 27 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 5.1 | 6.9 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.6 | 15.4 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 106 | 112 | — | — |