Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Bombardier Global 7500 vs Dassault Falcon 900lx vs Embraer Praetor 600
The Embraer Praetor 600 and Bombardier Challenger 650 are typically classified as super-midsize and large-cabin jets, respectively, while the Dassault Falcon 900LX sits in the long-range “large/ultra-long-range” class and the Bombardier Global 7500 is a flagship ultra-long-range business jet. In range, the Praetor 600 is generally around 4,000 nautical miles, suitable for many transcontinental missions but with more limits on deep intercontinental legs. The Challenger 650 is similar but slightly longer-legged in many configurations at roughly 4,000-plus nautical miles, excelling on North America and shorter transatlantic routes. The Falcon 900LX steps up to about 4,700–4,800 nautical miles, enabling more consistent transatlantic capability with reserves. The Global 7500 leads by a wide margin at about 7,700 nautical miles, designed for true long-haul city pairs. Passenger capacity overlaps but scales with cabin: Praetor 600 commonly seats about 8–12, Challenger 650 about 8–12 (sometimes up to the mid-teens), Falcon 900LX often about 10–14, and Global 7500 typically about 10–16, with higher maximum configurations possible.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 650 | Bombardier Global 7500 | Dassault Falcon 900LX | Embraer Praetor 600 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.16 | $ 9.50 | $ 7.57 | $ 6.74 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 11 | 14 | 16 | 10 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Embraer |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 650 | Global 7500 | 900LX | Praetor 600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 4085 | 7700 | 4750 | 4018 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.80 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.63 | $ 0.84 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 14 | 12 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 21050 | — | 22450 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 12 | 14 | 8 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,365 | $ 4,900 | $ 3,588 | $ 3,141 |
| 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 | 542 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $32,400,000 | $75,000,000 | $44,000,000 | $20,995,000 |
| 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 | 10 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 19 | 14 | 12 |
| 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 | 8 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23000 | — | 25300 | 27140 |
| 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 | 7528 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | — | 1963 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.4 | 111 | 66.4 | 68.1 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 64.4 | 104 | 70.2 | 70.5 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.9 | 8 | 7.7 | 6.8 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6.2 | 6.2 | 6 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.6 | 54.5 | 33.2 | 24.1 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20.7 | 27 | 24.8 | 21 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.9 | — | 6.3 | 4.7 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 15.4 | — | 23.5 | 21.3 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 112 | — | 127 | 45 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1264 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 110 |