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Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Embraer Legacy 650e vs Gulfstream G280

All four are super-midsize or large-cabin business jets, but they span different capability tiers. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Gulfstream G280 sit in the super-midsize category, offering similar mission profiles with transcontinental reach; the Challenger 3500 is typically cited around 3,400 nautical miles of range, while the G280 is generally higher at about 3,600 nautical miles. Both commonly seat about 8–10 passengers in typical executive layouts, with maximum seating higher depending on configuration. The Cessna Citation Latitude is a midsize jet positioned below them for range, commonly around 2,700 nautical miles, while still providing a comfortable stand-up cabin for many travelers. Typical passenger seating is also around 8–9, with higher-density options available. The Embraer Legacy 650E is the large-cabin option in this group, emphasizing space and multi-zone comfort. Its range is typically around 3,900 nautical miles, and it commonly carries about 10–13 passengers in executive layouts, again with a higher maximum depending on seating plan and certification.

SpecBombardier Challenger 3500Cessna Citation LatitudeEmbraer Legacy 650EGulfstream G280
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 6.71$ 6.80$ 8.41$ 6.57
Min Crew2222
Total Seats10101410
ManufacturerBombardierCessna CitationEmbraerGulfstream
Aircraft NameChallenger 3500LatitudeLegacy 650EG280
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)3400273139803600
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.84$ 0.85$ 0.70$ 0.82
Max Cabin Seats1091910
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)15950123942251015550
Standard Cabin Seats88128
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,152$ 2,936$ 3,860$ 3,168
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 AdvancedGarmin G5000Honeywell Primus EliteGulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)533458458481
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$26,950,000$19,305,000$26,500,000$24,900,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew2222
Crew RestNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNoNo
Total Seats10101410
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1091910
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.89.78.49.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats88128
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23338268002165025000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,9505800
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelHTF73500PW306D1AE3007A2HTF7250G
TBO (hrs)On-Condition6000On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15ISA + 15ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)7323590790207624
No. of Engines2222
Fuel Burn (lbph)11141901
Fuel Capacity (gal)1700
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.76286.566.9
Wingspan (ft)6972.369.563
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat FloorFlat Floor0.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.26.46.96.9
Cabin Height (ft)6666.3
Cabin Length (ft)25.221.842.425.9
Overall Height (ft)2020.922.221.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)5.14.45.25.4
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.615.930.317.7
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10627286154
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100