Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Bombardier Global 5500 vs Dassault Falcon 6x vs Gulfstream G280 vs Gulfstream G500

The Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Gulfstream G280 sit in the super-midsize category, typically carrying about 8–10 passengers in standard executive layouts. The Challenger 3500 offers roughly 3,400 nautical miles of range, while the G280 is longer-legged for the class at about 3,600 nautical miles. Moving up to large-cabin, long-range jets, the Bombardier Global 5500 and Gulfstream G500 both generally seat around 10–14 passengers (often 12–13), with intercontinental capability. The Global 5500 is around 5,900 nautical miles, and the G500 is about 5,300 nautical miles, giving Bombardier an edge in published range while both deliver true large-cabin comfort. The Dassault Falcon 6X competes in the large-cabin long-range space as well, typically configured for about 12–16 passengers, with a range around 5,500 nautical miles. In short, the 3500 and G280 prioritize super-midsize efficiency, while the Global 5500, Falcon 6X, and G500 emphasize larger cabins and longer reach.