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Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Dassault Falcon 900lx

In category terms, the Bombardier Challenger 650 is typically positioned as a large-cabin business jet, while the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is a larger “super-midsize to large-cabin” jet with strong short-field capability, and the Dassault Falcon 900LX sits a step above both as a long-range, large-cabin tri-jet designed for intercontinental missions. On range, the Challenger 650 is best suited to transcontinental missions and many North Atlantic city pairs depending on winds and payload, but it generally trails both Falcons. The Falcon 2000LXS offers longer legs than the Challenger and is often chosen for a blend of range and airport performance. The Falcon 900LX provides the greatest range of the three, enabling more nonstop intercontinental routes and greater operational flexibility. For passenger capacity, all three commonly fly 8 to 12 passengers in typical executive layouts. The Challenger 650 and Falcon 2000LXS are often configured around 8–10 for comfort, while the Falcon 900LX frequently accommodates 10–14 depending on cabin configuration and amenities.

SpecBombardier Challenger 650Dassault Falcon 2000LXSDassault Falcon 900LX
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 7.16$ 6.38$ 7.57
Min Crew222
Total Seats111216
ManufacturerBombardierDassault FalconDassault Falcon
Aircraft NameChallenger 6502000LXS900LX
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)408541554750
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.80$ 0.80$ 0.63
Max Cabin Seats121014
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)210501825022450
Standard Cabin Seats91014
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,365$ 3,073$ 3,588
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 AdvancedHoneywell Primus EASy IIHoneywell Primus EASy II
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470490498
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$32,400,000$35,100,000$44,000,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestYesNoNo
Jump SeatYesNoNo
Total Seats111216
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats121014
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.89.69.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats91014
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)230002530025300
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelCF34-3B MTOPW308CTFE731-60
TBO (hrs)On-Condition70005000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15ISA + 17
Thrust (lbs)922070005000
No. of Engines223
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.466.466.4
Wingspan (ft)64.470.270.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.97.77.7
Cabin Height (ft)66.26.2
Cabin Length (ft)25.626.233.2
Overall Height (ft)20.723.224.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.96.36.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.417.123.5
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)112131127
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)10241264