Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Bombardier Global 5500 vs Dassault Falcon 900lx vs Gulfstream G400
By category, the Bombardier Challenger 650 is a large-cabin business jet optimized for shorter intercity missions and strong airport performance. The Bombardier Global 5500 and Dassault Falcon 900LX sit in the long-range, large-cabin class, aimed at true intercontinental flying with more space and higher cruise capability. The Gulfstream G400 is a new-generation large-cabin jet positioned between traditional large-cabin and ultra-long-range offerings, emphasizing speed and modern cabin design. On range, the Challenger 650 is the shortest-legged of the group at roughly 4,000 nautical miles. The Global 5500 leads, around 5,900 nautical miles, enabling many transoceanic city pairs. The Falcon 900LX is close behind at about 4,750 nautical miles, notable for flexibility and access to shorter runways. The Gulfstream G400 targets about 4,200 nautical miles, bridging the gap between the Challenger 650 and the longer-range Global and Falcon. For passenger capacity, all can be configured broadly, but typical layouts place the Challenger 650 around 8–12 passengers, while the Global 5500, Falcon 900LX, and G400 commonly seat about 10–16 depending on cabin zones and amenities.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 650 | Bombardier Global 5500 | Dassault Falcon 900LX | Gulfstream G400 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.16 | $ 9.49 | $ 7.57 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 11 | 14 | 16 | 12 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 650 | Global 5500 | 900LX | G400 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | — |
| Max Range (nm) | 4085 | 5900 | 4750 | 4200 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.80 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.63 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 16 | 14 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | — |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 21050 | — | 22450 | 30650 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 12 | 14 | — |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,365 | $ 4,895 | $ 3,588 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 504 | 498 | 539 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $32,400,000 | $46,000,000 | $44,000,000 | 34500000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | No | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | No | — |
| Total Seats | 11 | 14 | 16 | — |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 16 | 14 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | AFT | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | — | 9.6 | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 12 | 14 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23000 | — | 25300 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | CF34-3B MTO | Pearl | TFE731-60 | — |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 5000 | — |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | — | ISA + 17 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 9220 | 15125 | 5000 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 3 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.4 | 96 | 66.4 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 64.4 | 94 | 70.2 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.9 | 8 | 7.7 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6.2 | 6.2 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.6 | 40.8 | 33.2 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20.7 | 25.5 | 24.8 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.9 | — | 6.3 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 15.4 | — | 23.5 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 112 | — | 127 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1264 | — |