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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.

SpecBombardier Challenger 3500Dassault Falcon 2000SEmbraer Praetor 600Gulfstream G280
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 6.71$ 6.63$ 6.74$ 6.57
Min Crew2222
Total Seats10121010
ManufacturerBombardierDassault FalconEmbraerGulfstream
Aircraft NameChallenger 35002000SPraetor 600G280
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)3400354040183600
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.84$ 0.83$ 0.84$ 0.82
Max Cabin Seats10101210
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)159501825015550
Standard Cabin Seats81088
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,152$ 3,150$ 3,141$ 3,168
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 AdvancedHoneywell Primus EASy IIRockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)533490542481
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$26,950,000$ 26,000,000$20,995,000$24,900,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew2222
Crew RestNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNoNo
Total Seats10121010
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats10101210
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.89.69.79.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats81088
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23338253002714025000
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)58005800
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelHTF73500PW308CHTF7500EHTF7250G
TBO (hrs)On-Condition7000On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15ISA + 18ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)7323700075287624
No. of Engines2222
Fuel Capacity (gal)1963
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.766.468.166.9
Wingspan (ft)6970.270.563
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat FloorFlat Floor0.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.27.76.86.9
Cabin Height (ft)66.266.3
Cabin Length (ft)25.226.224.125.9
Overall Height (ft)2023.22121.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)5.16.34.75.4
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.617.121.317.7
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)10613445154
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)110