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Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Embraer Phenom 300e

The Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Dassault Falcon 2000LXS sit in the super‑midsize to large‑cabin business jet space, while the Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet. In range, the Falcon 2000LXS is typically the longest‑legged of the three at about 4,000 nautical miles, suited to longer transcontinental and some transatlantic missions depending on payload and winds. The Challenger 3500 is close behind at roughly 3,400 nautical miles, a strong fit for coast‑to‑coast U.S. flying and longer regional routes with a roomy cabin for its class. The Phenom 300E offers shorter reach at around 2,000 nautical miles, aimed at efficient regional and shorter transcontinental trips. On passenger capacity, the Falcon 2000LXS generally accommodates the most in a typical executive layout, commonly seating around 8–10, with higher-density configurations possible. The Challenger 3500 is usually configured for about 8–10 as well, emphasizing comfort and cabin amenities. The Phenom 300E typically seats about 6–8, favoring speed and operating economy in a smaller cabin.

SpecBombardier Challenger 3500Dassault Falcon 2000LXSEmbraer Phenom 300E
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.71$ 6.38$ 3.88
Min Crew221
Total Seats101210
ManufacturerBombardierDassault FalconEmbraer
Aircraft NameChallenger 35002000LXSPhenom 300E
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)340041552,010
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.84$ 0.80$ 0.55
Max Cabin Seats101010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)15950182506914
Standard Cabin Seats8106
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,152$ 3,073$ 1,758
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 AdvancedHoneywell Primus EASy IIProdigy Touch (G3000)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)533490464
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$26,950,000$35,100,000$9,650,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew221
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNo
Total Seats10129
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats10109
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.89.69.4
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats8107
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)233382530025560
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelHTF73500PW308CCanada PW535E1
TBO (hrs)On-Condition70005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)732370003360
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)757
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.766.451.2
Wingspan (ft)6970.252.16
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor0.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.27.75.1
Cabin Height (ft)66.24.9
Cabin Length (ft)25.226.217.2
Overall Height (ft)2023.216.75
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)5.16.33.6
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.617.114.8
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10613110
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)74