Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Cessna Citation Longitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000s vs Gulfstream G280
Across the super-midsize segment, the Cessna Citation Longitude and Gulfstream G280 sit at the top for typical range, with the Longitude generally offering about 3,500 nautical miles and the G280 about 3,600 nautical miles, enabling more transcontinental and some transatlantic missions. The Bombardier Challenger 650 is a large-cabin jet with slightly less typical range, around 3,200 nautical miles, but it emphasizes cabin volume and comfort. The Dassault Falcon 2000S is a large-cabin, twin-aisle-feel aircraft that prioritizes runway performance and payload flexibility, with typical range around 3,350 nautical miles. Passenger capacity overlaps, but positioning differs: the Challenger 650 commonly seats 8–12 passengers (with higher-density layouts possible), the Longitude typically seats 8–12, the G280 usually accommodates about 8–10, and the Falcon 2000S is often configured for roughly 8–10 with options for more. In short, Longitude and G280 lead on range within super-midsize, while Challenger 650 and Falcon 2000S are large-cabin choices emphasizing space and versatility.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 650 | Cessna Citation Longitude | Dassault Falcon 2000S | Gulfstream G280 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.16 | $ 5.23 | $ 6.63 | $ 6.57 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 11 | 10 | 12 | 10 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 650 | Longitude | 2000S | G280 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA Certified | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 4085 | 3500 | 3540 | 3600 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.80 | $ 0.65 | $ 0.83 | $ 0.82 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 21050 | — | 18250 | 15550 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 8 | 10 | 8 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,365 | $ 2,500 | $ 3,150 | $ 3,168 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Garmin G5000 | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 481 | 490 | 481 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $32,400,000 | $29,965,000 | $ 26,000,000 | $24,900,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 11 | 10 | 12 | 10 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 12 | 10 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | 9.7 | 9.6 | 9.2 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 8 | 10 | 8 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23000 | 25400 | 25300 | 25000 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 5800 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | CF34-3B MTO | HTF7700L | PW308C | HTF7250G |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | On-Condition | 7000 | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 19 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 17 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 9220 | 7665 | 7000 | 7624 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | — | 1478 | — | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.4 | 73.2 | 66.4 | 66.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 64.4 | 68.9 | 70.2 | 63 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | 0.3 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.9 | 6.4 | 7.7 | 6.9 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6 | 6.2 | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.6 | 25.2 | 26.2 | 25.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20.7 | 19.4 | 23.2 | 21.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.9 | 4.1 | 6.3 | 5.4 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 15.4 | 16.5 | 17.1 | 17.7 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 112 | 112 | 134 | 154 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 1024 | — |