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Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Dassault Falcon 2000s

The Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Dassault Falcon 2000S sit in the super-midsize to large-cabin business jet space, but they emphasize slightly different missions. The Challenger 3500 is generally positioned as a super-midsize jet, optimized for efficient North American and regional international flying with a comfortable, modern cabin experience. Its typical published range is about 3,400 nautical miles, and it commonly carries around 8 to 10 passengers in an executive layout, with maximum seating higher depending on configuration. The Falcon 2000S is typically categorized as a large-cabin jet within Dassault’s Falcon 2000 family, offering a broader cabin cross-section feel and strong short-field capability. Its published range is roughly 3,350 nautical miles, and it commonly accommodates about 8 to 10 passengers as well, again with higher maximums depending on the interior. In practice, both can cover similar stage lengths, while the Falcon 2000S leans toward large-cabin comfort and airport flexibility, and the Challenger 3500 leans toward super-midsize efficiency and updated cabin features.

SpecBombardier Challenger 3500Dassault Falcon 2000S
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 6.71$ 6.63
Min Crew22
Total Seats1012
ManufacturerBombardierDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameChallenger 35002000S
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)34003540
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.84$ 0.83
Max Cabin Seats1010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1595018250
Standard Cabin Seats810
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,152$ 3,150
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 AdvancedHoneywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)533490
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$26,950,000$ 26,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Total Seats1012
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1010
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.89.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats810
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2333825300
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelHTF73500PW308C
TBO (hrs)On-Condition7000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)73237000
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.766.4
Wingspan (ft)6970.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.27.7
Cabin Height (ft)66.2
Cabin Length (ft)25.226.2
Overall Height (ft)2023.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)5.16.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.617.1
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)106134
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024