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Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Bombardier Global 8000

The Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Bombardier Global 8000 sit in different business-jet categories and are aimed at different missions. The Challenger 3500 is a super-midsize jet designed for efficient regional and transcontinental trips, typically offering a range of about 3,400 nautical miles, which suits routes such as New York to Los Angeles under favorable conditions. It generally accommodates around eight to ten passengers in a comfortable executive layout, with an emphasis on short-to-medium long-range productivity and operating flexibility. The Global 8000 is an ultra-long-range flagship built for intercontinental flying with far fewer stops. Its advertised range is about 8,000 nautical miles, enabling missions such as Los Angeles to Sydney or New York to Dubai depending on winds, payload, and routing. Cabin capacity is typically higher, often configured for around 12 to 16 passengers, with more space for multiple living zones and extended-duration comfort. In short, the Challenger 3500 prioritizes versatility and efficiency, while the Global 8000 prioritizes maximum range and cabin size for nonstop global missions.

SpecBombardier Challenger 3500Bombardier Global 8000
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 6.71$ 9.50
Min Crew24
Total Seats1019
ManufacturerBombardierBombardier
Aircraft NameChallenger 3500Global 8000
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)34008000
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.84$ 0.79
Max Cabin Seats1019
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)15950
Standard Cabin Seats812
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,152$ 4,900
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 AdvancedEnhanced and Synthetic Vision Systems
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)533626.7
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$26,950,000$78,000,000
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
Max Passengers19
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing2 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew24
Crew RestNoYes
Jump SeatYesYes
Total Seats1019
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1019
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD / AFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.8
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats812
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23338
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)2,900
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelHTF73500Passport
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)732318920
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.7111
Wingspan (ft)69104
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.28
Cabin Height (ft)66.2
Cabin Length (ft)25.254.5
Overall Height (ft)2027
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)5.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.6
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)106