Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Dassault Falcon 2000s vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Gulfstream G280
Across the super‑midsize segment, the Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Gulfstream G280 emphasize strong transcontinental capability, while the Embraer Praetor 600 typically stretches the farthest, and the Dassault Falcon 2000S steps into the larger “large‑cabin” class with more space but generally less range than the longest‑legged super‑mids. The Challenger 3500 is a super‑midsize jet with an advertised range around 3,400 nautical miles and is commonly configured for about 8–10 passengers (maximums higher, depending on layout). The Falcon 2000S is a large‑cabin jet with an advertised range around 3,350 nautical miles and typically seats about 8–10 in executive layouts, with higher maximum occupancy possible. The Praetor 600 is a super‑midsize jet with an advertised range around 4,000 nautical miles and commonly carries about 8–12 passengers. The G280 is a super‑midsize jet with an advertised range around 3,600 nautical miles and typically accommodates about 8–10 passengers. Actual mission range and seating vary with reserves, winds, payload, and cabin configuration.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Dassault Falcon 2000S | Embraer Praetor 600 | Gulfstream G280 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.71 | $ 6.63 | $ 6.74 | $ 6.57 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 12 | 10 | 10 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Embraer | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 3500 | 2000S | Praetor 600 | G280 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3400 | 3540 | 4018 | 3600 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.84 | $ 0.83 | $ 0.84 | $ 0.82 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 10 | 12 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 15950 | 18250 | — | 15550 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,152 | $ 3,150 | $ 3,141 | $ 3,168 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 533 | 490 | 542 | 481 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $26,950,000 | $ 26,000,000 | $20,995,000 | $24,900,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted 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 | 12 | 10 | 10 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 10 | 12 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | 9.6 | 9.7 | 9.2 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 10 | 8 | 8 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23338 | 25300 | 27140 | 25000 |
| Connectivity | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 5800 | 5800 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF73500 | PW308C | HTF7500E | HTF7250G |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 7000 | On-Condition | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 18 | ISA + 17 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7323 | 7000 | 7528 | 7624 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 1963 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.7 | 66.4 | 68.1 | 66.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 69 | 70.2 | 70.5 | 63 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | 0.3 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.2 | 7.7 | 6.8 | 6.9 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6.2 | 6 | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | 26.2 | 24.1 | 25.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20 | 23.2 | 21 | 21.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 5.1 | 6.3 | 4.7 | 5.4 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.6 | 17.1 | 21.3 | 17.7 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 106 | 134 | 45 | 154 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1024 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 110 | — |