Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Cessna Citation Longitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000s vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Gulfstream G280
All five are super-midsize to large-cabin business jets, but they separate mainly by range and cabin size. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is a super-midsize jet with a typical range around 3,400 nautical miles and usually seats about 8–10 passengers. The Cessna Citation Longitude is also super-midsize, offering roughly 3,500 nautical miles of range and commonly configured for about 8–12 passengers. The Dassault Falcon 2000S moves into the large-cabin category with a wider, longer cabin; range is about 3,350 nautical miles and seating is typically 8–12, with higher-density layouts possible. The Embraer Praetor 600 is a super-midsize jet with among the longest ranges in the group at about 4,000+ nautical miles, generally seating 8–12. The Gulfstream G280 is a super-midsize jet with long legs—about 3,600 nautical miles—and typically carries 8–10 passengers. In short, Praetor 600 emphasizes range, Falcon 2000S emphasizes cabin volume, and the Challenger 3500, Longitude, and G280 balance comfort with strong transcontinental capability.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Cessna Citation Longitude | Dassault Falcon 2000S | Embraer Praetor 600 | Gulfstream G280 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.71 | $ 5.23 | $ 6.63 | $ 6.74 | $ 6.57 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 12 | 10 | 10 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon | Embraer | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 3500 | Longitude | 2000S | Praetor 600 | G280 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA Certified | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3400 | 3500 | 3540 | 4018 | 3600 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.84 | $ 0.65 | $ 0.83 | $ 0.84 | $ 0.82 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 15950 | — | 18250 | — | 15550 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,152 | $ 2,500 | $ 3,150 | $ 3,141 | $ 3,168 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Garmin G5000 | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 533 | 481 | 490 | 542 | 481 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $26,950,000 | $29,965,000 | $ 26,000,000 | $20,995,000 | $24,900,000 |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 12 | 10 | 10 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 12 | 10 | 12 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | 9.7 | 9.6 | 9.7 | 9.2 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 8 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23338 | 25400 | 25300 | 27140 | 25000 |
| Connectivity | — | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 5800 | 5800 |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF73500 | HTF7700L | PW308C | HTF7500E | HTF7250G |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 7000 | On-Condition | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 19 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 18 | ISA + 17 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7323 | 7665 | 7000 | 7528 | 7624 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | 1478 | — | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | — | 1963 | — |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 68.7 | 73.2 | 66.4 | 68.1 | 66.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 69 | 68.9 | 70.2 | 70.5 | 63 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | 0.3 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.2 | 6.4 | 7.7 | 6.8 | 6.9 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6 | 6.2 | 6 | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | 25.2 | 26.2 | 24.1 | 25.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20 | 19.4 | 23.2 | 21 | 21.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 5.1 | 4.1 | 6.3 | 4.7 | 5.4 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.6 | 16.5 | 17.1 | 21.3 | 17.7 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 106 | 112 | 134 | 45 | 154 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1024 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 110 | — |