Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Cessna Citation Longitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000s vs Gulfstream G280
In category terms, the Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Gulfstream G280 are typically positioned as super-midsize business jets, while the Cessna Citation Longitude is commonly described as a large-cabin “super-midsize” design that edges toward the next class in cabin volume. The Dassault Falcon 2000S is generally considered a large-cabin jet in a higher weight and cabin-size bracket than the other three. For range, the Challenger 3500 and Citation Longitude are in a similar transcontinental tier at roughly the low-to-mid 3,000 nautical mile class, suitable for many North America coast-to-coast missions with reserves depending on payload and winds. The Falcon 2000S is also around the mid‑3,000 nautical mile range class, while the G280 is typically the longest-legged of the group, approaching the upper‑3,000 nautical mile class. For passenger capacity, all can be configured for about eight to ten passengers in typical executive layouts. The Longitude and Falcon 2000S often accommodate slightly larger or more flexible cabin arrangements, while the Challenger 3500 and G280 more commonly emphasize eight-to-nine-passenger comfort.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Cessna Citation Longitude | Dassault Falcon 2000S | Gulfstream G280 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.71 | $ 5.23 | $ 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 | Longitude | 2000S | G280 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA Certified | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3400 | 3500 | 3540 | 3600 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.84 | $ 0.65 | $ 0.83 | $ 0.82 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 15950 | — | 18250 | 15550 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 10 | 8 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,152 | $ 2,500 | $ 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 | 481 | 490 | 481 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $26,950,000 | $29,965,000 | $ 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 | 12 | 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 | 25400 | 25300 | 25000 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 5800 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF73500 | HTF7700L | PW308C | HTF7250G |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 7000 | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 19 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7323 | 7665 | 7000 | 7624 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | 1478 | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.7 | 73.2 | 66.4 | 66.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 69 | 68.9 | 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 | 25.2 | 26.2 | 25.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20 | 19.4 | 23.2 | 21.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 5.1 | 4.1 | 6.3 | 5.4 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.6 | 16.5 | 17.1 | 17.7 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 106 | 112 | 134 | 154 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1024 | — |