Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Bombardier Global 5500 vs Dassault Falcon 6x vs Gulfstream G500
The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is best viewed as a super‑midsize business jet: it targets shorter transcontinental missions, typically offering a range around 3,400 nautical miles and commonly seating about 8–10 passengers in a high‑comfort layout (with higher-density configurations possible). The Bombardier Global 5500 moves into the large/ultra‑long‑range category, designed for longer city pairs with a range around 5,900 nautical miles and typical seating around 10–14. The Dassault Falcon 6X is also a large, long‑range jet, emphasizing a wide, tall cabin; it delivers roughly 5,500 nautical miles of range and usually accommodates about 12–16 passengers depending on configuration. The Gulfstream G500 sits in the large‑cabin, long‑range class as well, with a range around 5,300 nautical miles and typical seating about 10–14. In general, the Challenger 3500 prioritizes efficient super‑midsize capability, while the Global 5500, Falcon 6X, and G500 compete more directly for longer-range missions and larger-cabin passenger comfort.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Bombardier Global 5500 | Dassault Falcon 6X | Gulfstream G500 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.71 | $ 9.49 | $ 7.74 | $ 9.00 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 | 17 | 12 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 3500 | Global 5500 | 6X | G500 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 3400 | 5900 | 5500 | 5200 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.84 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.90 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 16 | 16 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 15950 | — | — | 30650 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 14 | 10 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,152 | $ 4,895 | $ 3,845 | $ 4,644 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy III | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 533 | 504 | 516 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $26,950,000 | $46,000,000 | $49,500,000 | $47,500,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 10 | 14 | 17 | 12 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 16 | 16 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | — | 10.2 | 10.7 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 14 | 10 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23338 | — | 29200 | 31900 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 3900 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF73500 | Pearl | PW812D | PW814GA |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 5000 | 10000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 17 | ISA + 15 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7323 | 15125 | 14000 | 15144 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.7 | 96 | 84.3 | 91.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 69 | 94 | 85.1 | 86.3 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.2 | 8 | 8.5 | 7.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 6.4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | 40.8 | 40.4 | 41.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20 | 25.5 | 24.5 | 25.5 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 5.1 | — | 6.3 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.6 | — | 27.5 | 26.3 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 106 | — | 140 | 230 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1843 | — |