Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000s vs Embraer Praetor 500
Across category, the Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Dassault Falcon 2000S are typically positioned as super‑midsize/crossover large‑cabin business jets, while the Cessna Citation Latitude and Embraer Praetor 500 are generally viewed as midsize jets (with the Praetor 500 often described as “super‑midsize‑leaning” due to its performance). On range, the Falcon 2000S and Challenger 3500 tend to lead this group, commonly cited around the mid‑3,000 nautical mile class (roughly 3,300–3,400 nm). The Praetor 500 usually follows, commonly quoted around about 3,300 nm. The Citation Latitude is typically the shortest‑range of the four, often cited around about 2,700 nm. On passenger capacity, all four commonly seat about 8 to 10 passengers in typical executive configurations. The Challenger 3500 and Falcon 2000S usually offer the roomiest cabins and are often configured for 8–10 with generous space, while the Latitude and Praetor 500 also commonly seat 8–9 (sometimes 10) depending on layout and amenities.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Cessna Citation Latitude | Dassault Falcon 2000S | Embraer Praetor 500 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.71 | $ 6.80 | $ 6.63 | $ 6.02 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 12 | 9 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon | Embraer |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 3500 | Latitude | 2000S | Praetor 500 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3400 | 2731 | 3540 | 3340 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.84 | $ 0.85 | $ 0.83 | $ 0.86 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 9 | 10 | 9 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 15950 | 12394 | 18250 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 10 | 7 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,152 | $ 2,936 | $ 3,150 | $ 2,779 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Garmin G5000 | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 533 | 458 | 490 | 466 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $26,950,000 | $19,305,000 | $ 26,000,000 | $16,995,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 12 | 9 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 9 | 10 | 9 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | 9.7 | 9.6 | 9.7 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 10 | 7 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23338 | 26800 | 25300 | 27110 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 5,950 | — | 5800 |
| Connectivity | — | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF73500 | PW306D1 | PW308C | HTF7500E |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 6000 | 7000 | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 18 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7323 | 5907 | 7000 | 6540 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | 1114 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 1700 | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.7 | 62 | 66.4 | 64.6 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 69 | 72.3 | 70.2 | 70.5 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.2 | 6.4 | 7.7 | 6.9 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6 | 6.2 | 6 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | 21.8 | 26.2 | 20.6 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20 | 20.9 | 23.2 | 21.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 5.1 | 4.4 | 6.3 | 4.7 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.6 | 15.9 | 17.1 | 17.4 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 106 | 27 | 134 | 40 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 100 | — | 110 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1024 | — |