Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Bombardier Global 5500 vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs
The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is a super‑midsize business jet, typically seating about 8–10 passengers, with an approximate range around 3,400 nautical miles, aimed at efficient transcontinental missions. The Bombardier Challenger 650 steps up to the large‑cabin category, commonly configured for roughly 10–12 passengers, and offers a similar but slightly longer range in the neighborhood of 4,000 nautical miles, prioritizing cabin volume and comfort. The Bombardier Global 5500 moves into the long‑range, large‑cabin class, usually accommodating about 12–16 passengers, with intercontinental capability around 5,900 nautical miles, making it the strongest choice here for longest nonstop city pairs. The Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is a large‑cabin jet positioned between the Challenger 650 and Global 5500 on mission profile, typically seating about 8–10 (often up to 12) passengers, with a range around 4,000 nautical miles, known for strong runway performance and operational flexibility.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Bombardier Challenger 650 | Bombardier Global 5500 | Dassault Falcon 2000LXS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.71 | $ 7.16 | $ 9.49 | $ 6.38 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 11 | 14 | 12 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Bombardier | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 3500 | Challenger 650 | Global 5500 | 2000LXS |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3400 | 4085 | 5900 | 4155 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.84 | $ 0.80 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.80 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 12 | 16 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 15950 | 21050 | — | 18250 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 9 | 12 | 10 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,152 | $ 3,365 | $ 4,895 | $ 3,073 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 533 | 470 | 504 | 490 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $26,950,000 | $32,400,000 | $46,000,000 | $35,100,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | No | Yes | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Total Seats | 10 | 11 | 14 | 12 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 12 | 16 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | 8.8 | — | 9.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 9 | 12 | 10 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23338 | 23000 | — | 25300 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF73500 | CF34-3B MTO | Pearl | PW308C |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | On-Condition | 7000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 15 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7323 | 9220 | 15125 | 7000 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.7 | 68.4 | 96 | 66.4 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 69 | 64.4 | 94 | 70.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.2 | 7.9 | 8 | 7.7 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6 | 6.2 | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | 25.6 | 40.8 | 26.2 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20 | 20.7 | 25.5 | 23.2 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 5.1 | 6.9 | — | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.6 | 15.4 | — | 17.1 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 106 | 112 | — | 131 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 1024 |