Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000s vs Gulfstream G280
All four are super-midsize business jets, but they split into two practical tiers. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Gulfstream G280 are the longer-legged super-midsize options, typically offering roughly 3,400–3,600 nautical miles of range, making them better suited to frequent transcontinental U.S. missions and many North Atlantic pairings with the right payload and winds. The Cessna Citation Latitude is also super-midsize but generally shorter-range at about 2,700 nautical miles, aligning more with North America regional to transcontinental flying. The Dassault Falcon 2000S sits at the large-cabin end of this set (often grouped as a “large/super-midsize” crossover) with around 3,300 nautical miles of range and the roomiest feel. In passenger capacity, all commonly seat about 8–10 in typical executive layouts. The Challenger 3500 and G280 are frequently configured for 8–10, the Latitude often 8–9, and the Falcon 2000S commonly 8–10 while offering more cabin volume and comfort for longer sectors.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Cessna Citation Latitude | Dassault Falcon 2000S | Gulfstream G280 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.71 | $ 6.80 | $ 6.63 | $ 6.57 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 12 | 10 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 3500 | Latitude | 2000S | G280 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3400 | 2731 | 3540 | 3600 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.84 | $ 0.85 | $ 0.83 | $ 0.82 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 9 | 10 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 15950 | 12394 | 18250 | 15550 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 10 | 8 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,152 | $ 2,936 | $ 3,150 | $ 3,168 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Garmin G5000 | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 533 | 458 | 490 | 481 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $26,950,000 | $19,305,000 | $ 26,000,000 | $24,900,000 |
| 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 | 10 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 9 | 10 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | 9.7 | 9.6 | 9.2 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 10 | 8 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23338 | 26800 | 25300 | 25000 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 5,950 | — | 5800 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF73500 | PW306D1 | PW308C | HTF7250G |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 6000 | 7000 | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7323 | 5907 | 7000 | 7624 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | 1114 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | 1700 | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.7 | 62 | 66.4 | 66.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 69 | 72.3 | 70.2 | 63 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | 0.3 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.2 | 6.4 | 7.7 | 6.9 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6 | 6.2 | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | 21.8 | 26.2 | 25.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20 | 20.9 | 23.2 | 21.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 5.1 | 4.4 | 6.3 | 5.4 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.6 | 15.9 | 17.1 | 17.7 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 106 | 27 | 134 | 154 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 100 | — | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1024 | — |