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Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Embraer Praetor 600

The Bombardier Challenger 3500, Cessna Citation Latitude, and Embraer Praetor 600 all sit in the super-midsize business jet category, but they emphasize different strengths. The Challenger 3500 is commonly positioned as a high-comfort super-midsize with strong transcontinental capability, offering an advertised range of about 3,400 nautical miles and typically seating around 8 to 10 passengers, with configurations that can go higher depending on layout. The Citation Latitude is often described as a “midsize-plus” or super-midsize crossover, optimized for efficient operations and a spacious cabin for its class; its advertised range is about 2,700 nautical miles and it typically carries 7 to 9 passengers. The Praetor 600 is a super-midsize jet focused on maximum range in the segment, with an advertised range of about 4,000 nautical miles and typical seating around 8 to 10 passengers. In short, Latitude suits shorter missions with a roomy cabin, Challenger 3500 balances comfort and range, and Praetor 600 leads on range.

SpecBombardier Challenger 3500Cessna Citation LatitudeEmbraer Praetor 600
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.71$ 6.80$ 6.74
Min Crew222
Total Seats101010
ManufacturerBombardierCessna CitationEmbraer
Aircraft NameChallenger 3500LatitudePraetor 600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)340027314018
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.84$ 0.85$ 0.84
Max Cabin Seats10912
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1595012394
Standard Cabin Seats888
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,152$ 2,936$ 3,141
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 AdvancedGarmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)533458542
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$26,950,000$19,305,000$20,995,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNo
Total Seats101010
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats10912
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.89.79.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats888
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)233382680027140
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,9505800
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelHTF73500PW306D1HTF7500E
TBO (hrs)On-Condition6000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15ISA + 18
Thrust (lbs)732359077528
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)1114
Fuel Capacity (gal)17001963
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.76268.1
Wingspan (ft)6972.370.5
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.26.46.8
Cabin Height (ft)666
Cabin Length (ft)25.221.824.1
Overall Height (ft)2020.921
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)5.14.44.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.615.921.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1062745
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100110