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Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Cessna Citation Longitude vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Gulfstream G280

All four are super‑midsize business jets aimed at similar missions, but they differ in cabin focus and reach. The Bombardier Challenger 650 is best described as a large‑cabin, long‑running super‑midsize with strong comfort and payload; typical range is about 4,000 nautical miles and it’s commonly configured for around 10–12 passengers (can be arranged higher depending on layout). The Cessna Citation Longitude is a newer‑generation super‑midsize emphasizing operating efficiency and a quiet cabin, with roughly 3,500 nautical miles of range and typical seating around 8–12. The Embraer Praetor 600 is a tech‑forward super‑midsize with one of the strongest ranges in the class at about 4,000+ nautical miles and typical capacity around 8–12. The Gulfstream G280 is a high‑performance super‑midsize leaning toward the upper end of the segment, with about 3,600–3,800 nautical miles of range and typical seating around 8–10 (often up to about 10–12 by configuration).

SpecBombardier Challenger 650Cessna Citation LongitudeEmbraer Praetor 600Gulfstream G280
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 7.16$ 5.23$ 6.74$ 6.57
Min Crew2222
Total Seats11101010
ManufacturerBombardierCessna CitationEmbraerGulfstream
Aircraft NameChallenger 650LongitudePraetor 600G280
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA CertifiedFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)4085350040183600
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.80$ 0.65$ 0.84$ 0.82
Max Cabin Seats12101210
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)2105015550
Standard Cabin Seats9888
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,365$ 2,500$ 3,141$ 3,168
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 AdvancedGarmin G5000Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470481542481
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$32,400,000$29,965,000$20,995,000$24,900,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew2222
Crew RestYesNoNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNoNo
Total Seats11101010
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats12121210
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.89.79.79.2
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats9888
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23000254002714025000
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)58005800
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelCF34-3B MTOHTF7700LHTF7500EHTF7250G
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-ConditionOn-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 19ISA + 18ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)9220766575287624
No. of Engines2222
Fuel Burn (lbph)1478
Fuel Capacity (gal)1963
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.473.268.166.9
Wingspan (ft)64.468.970.563
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat FloorFlat Floor0.3
Cabin Width (ft)7.96.46.86.9
Cabin Height (ft)6666.3
Cabin Length (ft)25.625.224.125.9
Overall Height (ft)20.719.42121.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.94.14.75.4
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.416.521.317.7
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)11211245154
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)110