Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Cessna Citation Longitude vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Gulfstream G280 vs Gulfstream G400

All five are business jets, but they span upper‑midsize to large‑cabin categories. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is an upper‑midsize jet with roughly 3,400 nautical miles of range and typically seats about 8–10 passengers. The Cessna Citation Longitude sits in the super‑midsize class, offering about 3,500 nautical miles and generally accommodates around 8–12. The Embraer Praetor 600 is also super‑midsize, with a similar ~3,300–3,400 nautical mile range and typical seating around 8–12. The Gulfstream G280 is a super‑midsize jet with about 3,600 nautical miles of range and usually carries roughly 8–10. The Gulfstream G400 moves into the large‑cabin segment, delivering markedly more range—around 4,200 nautical miles—and a larger typical load of about 10–14 passengers. In practical terms, the Challenger 3500, Praetor 600, Longitude, and G280 compete closely on missions, while the G400 targets longer legs and a bigger cabin experience.