Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Embraer Legacy 450 vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Gulfstream G280 vs Pilatus Pc 24
In category, the Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet, while the Cessna Citation XLS+ and Pilatus PC-24 are typically positioned as light-to-super-light jets; the Bombardier Challenger 3500, Embraer Legacy 450, and Gulfstream G280 sit in the super-midsize class, with the G280 generally regarded as the largest/capability leader of this group. On range, the Phenom 300E is optimized for shorter-to-mid missions, the XLS+ and PC-24 extend a bit further depending on load and conditions, and the Legacy 450 and Challenger 3500 are designed for longer super-midsize legs; the G280 usually offers the longest range of the aircraft listed, making it the strongest choice for longer nonstop city pairs. On passenger capacity, the Phenom 300E commonly seats about 6–9, the XLS+ and PC-24 often run around 7–9, while the Legacy 450 and Challenger 3500 are typically configured for roughly 8–10; the G280 is commonly 8–10 as well, with layouts that can feel especially spacious in its class.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Embraer Legacy 450 | Embraer Phenom 300E | Gulfstream G280 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.71 | $ 5.34 | $ 6.04 | $ 3.88 | $ 6.57 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Embraer | Embraer | Gulfstream | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 3500 | XLS+ | Legacy 450 | Phenom 300E | G280 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3400 | 1906 | 2973 | 2,010 | 3600 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.84 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.86 | $ 0.55 | $ 0.82 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 15950 | 7540 | 12908 | 6914 | 15550 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,152 | $ 2,303 | $ 2,790 | $ 1,758 | $ 3,168 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 533 | 430 | 481 | 464 | 481 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $26,950,000 | $15,500,000 | $16,995,000 | $9,650,000 | $24,900,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | No | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | 9.3 | 9.7 | 9.4 | 9.2 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23338 | 25230 | 27110 | 25560 | 25000 | 23500 |
| Connectivity | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — | — | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 6000 | — | 5800 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF73500 | PW545C | HTF7500E | Canada PW535E1 | HTF7250G | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | On-Condition | 5000 | On-Condition | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 18 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7323 | 4119 | 6540 | 3360 | 7624 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | — | 1404 | 757 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 1932 | — | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||||||
| Length (ft) | 68.7 | 52.5 | 64.6 | 51.2 | 66.9 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 69 | 56.3 | 66.5 | 52.16 | 63 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | 0.7 | Flat Floor | 0.3 | 0.3 | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.2 | 5.5 | 6.9 | 5.1 | 6.9 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 5.7 | 6 | 4.9 | 6.3 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | 18.5 | 20.6 | 17.2 | 25.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20 | 17.2 | 21.1 | 16.75 | 21.4 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 5.1 | 3.9 | 4.7 | 3.6 | 5.4 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.6 | 14.3 | 17.4 | 14.8 | 17.7 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 106 | 10 | 40 | 10 | 154 | 90 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 80 | 110 | 74 | — | — |