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Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Embraer Legacy 650e vs Gulfstream G400�ved=2ahUKEwiO8fPX35j9AhVT7HMBHZxjA2IQFnoECC4QAQ

The Bombardier Challenger 650 and Embraer Legacy 650E are both large-cabin business jets aimed at comfortable long-range corporate travel, while the Gulfstream G400 is a newer, higher-performance large-cabin jet positioned closer to the “next-step” ultra-long-range segment in capability and speed. On range, the Challenger 650 and Legacy 650E are broadly similar, each offering roughly around 3,900 nautical miles class range depending on payload and conditions, making them well suited to transcontinental U.S. missions and many North Atlantic city pairs with favorable winds. The Gulfstream G400 is expected to go farther, with a published range around 4,200 nautical miles, extending nonstop options and adding more operational flexibility. On passenger capacity, typical executive configurations for the Challenger 650 and Legacy 650E often seat about 10 to 13 passengers, though maximum certified counts can be higher in denser layouts. The Gulfstream G400 is generally marketed around a similar typical load, often about 9 to 12 passengers, emphasizing larger personal space and longer-range comfort over high-density seating.

SpecBombardier Challenger 650Embraer Legacy 650E
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 7.16$ 8.41
Min Crew22
Total Seats1114
ManufacturerBombardierEmbraer
Aircraft NameChallenger 650Legacy 650E
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)40853980
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.80$ 0.70
Max Cabin Seats1219
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)2105022510
Standard Cabin Seats912
Direct Operating Cost$ 3,365$ 3,860
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 AdvancedHoneywell Primus Elite
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470458
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$32,400,000$26,500,000
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory2 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestYesNo
Jump SeatYesNo
Total Seats1114
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1219
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.88.4
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats912
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2300021650
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelCF34-3B MTOAE3007A2
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)92209020
No. of Engines22
Fuel Burn (lbph)1901
Dimensions
Length (ft)68.486.5
Wingspan (ft)64.469.5
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)7.96.9
Cabin Height (ft)66
Cabin Length (ft)25.642.4
Overall Height (ft)20.722.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)6.95.2
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.430.3
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)112286