Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Gulfstream G400
The Bombardier Challenger 650 and Embraer Praetor 600 sit in the super-midsize class, while the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is typically positioned as a large-cabin jet, and the Gulfstream G400 is a newer large-cabin offering aimed at longer-range missions. In range terms, the Challenger 650 and Praetor 600 are broadly similar, each suited to transcontinental flying, with the Praetor 600 generally edging longer. The Falcon 2000LXS is comparable in capability but is often valued as much for runway performance and cabin volume as for outright range. The G400 is designed for a higher range bracket than the other three, targeting longer nonstop city pairs. For passenger capacity, all can be configured around eight to ten travelers in typical executive layouts, but the larger-cabin Falcon 2000LXS and G400 more comfortably support higher-density seating when required, whereas the Challenger 650 and Praetor 600 tend to top out lower in practical comfort for larger groups.
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 650 | Dassault Falcon 2000LXS | Embraer Praetor 600 | Gulfstream G400 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| DOC / nm | $ 7.16 | $ 6.38 | $ 6.74 | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 11 | 12 | 10 | 12 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault Falcon | Embraer | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Challenger 650 | 2000LXS | Praetor 600 | G400 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | — |
| Max Range (nm) | 4085 | 4155 | 4018 | 4200 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.80 | $ 0.80 | $ 0.84 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 10 | 12 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | — |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 21050 | 18250 | — | 30650 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 10 | 8 | — |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 3,365 | $ 3,073 | $ 3,141 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 Advanced | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 490 | 542 | 539 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $32,400,000 | $35,100,000 | $20,995,000 | 34500000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | No | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | No | — |
| Total Seats | 11 | 12 | 10 | — |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 10 | 12 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | AFT | AFT | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | 9.6 | 9.7 | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 10 | 8 | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23000 | 25300 | 27140 | — |
| Connectivity | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 5800 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | — |
| Model | CF34-3B MTO | PW308C | HTF7500E | — |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 7000 | On-Condition | — |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 18 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | 9220 | 7000 | 7528 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 1963 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 68.4 | 66.4 | 68.1 | — |
| Wingspan (ft) | 64.4 | 70.2 | 70.5 | — |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 7.9 | 7.7 | 6.8 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6.2 | 6 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.6 | 26.2 | 24.1 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20.7 | 23.2 | 21 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 6.9 | 6.3 | 4.7 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 15.4 | 17.1 | 21.3 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 112 | 131 | 45 | — |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1024 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 110 | — |