Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Dassault Falcon 900lx vs Embraer Praetor 500
The Bombardier Challenger 650 and Embraer Praetor 500 sit in the super-midsize class, while the Dassault Falcon 900LX is a large-cabin long-range trijet, and the Bombardier Global 7500 is an ultra-long-range flagship. For range, the Praetor 500 is typically around 3,300–3,700 nautical miles, suitable for many transcontinental missions but generally shorter-legged than the Challenger 650 at about 4,000 nautical miles. The Falcon 900LX extends into true intercontinental capability at roughly 4,700–4,800 nautical miles, and the Global 7500 leads decisively at about 7,700 nautical miles, enabling nonstop city pairs that most business jets cannot cover. In passenger capacity, the Praetor 500 and Challenger 650 commonly seat about 8–10 passengers in typical executive layouts, though maximum certified seating can be higher. The Falcon 900LX often carries around 12–14 in a roomy large-cabin configuration, and the Global 7500 is commonly configured for about 14–16 with multiple living zones, reflecting its much larger cabin and mission profile.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 650 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Dassault Falcon 900LX | Embraer Praetor 500 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.16 | $ 9.50 | $ 7.57 | $ 6.02 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 11 | 14 | 16 | 9 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Embraer |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 650 | Global 7500 | 900LX | Praetor 500 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 4085 | 7700 | 4750 | 3340 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.80 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.63 | $ 0.86 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 14 | 9 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 21050 | — | 22450 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 12 | 14 | 7 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,365 | $ 4,900 | $ 3,588 | $ 2,779 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 | 498 | 466 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $32,400,000 | $75,000,000 | $44,000,000 | $16,995,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Business Jet | — | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Total Seats | 11 | 14 | 16 | 9 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 14 | 9 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | — | 9.6 | 9.7 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 12 | 14 | 7 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23000 | — | 25300 | 27110 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 4500 | — | 5800 |
| Connectivity | — | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | CF34-3B MTO | Passport | TFE731-60 | HTF7500E |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 5000 | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 18 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 9220 | 18920 | 5000 | 6540 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.4 | 111 | 66.4 | 64.6 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 64.4 | 104 | 70.2 | 70.5 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.9 | 8 | 7.7 | 6.9 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.6 | 54.5 | 33.2 | 20.6 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20.7 | 27 | 24.8 | 21.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.9 | — | 6.3 | 4.7 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 15.4 | — | 23.5 | 17.4 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 112 | — | 127 | 40 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1264 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 110 |