Bombardier Challenger 605 vs Dassault Falcon 2000

The Challenger 605, Dassault Falcon 2000 and Gulfstream G450 are three large-cabin business jets cross-shopped for transcontinental and intercontinental travel — the wide-cabin Challenger, the efficient Falcon and the long-legged Gulfstream. The 605 offers a famously wide cabin, the Falcon 2000 efficiency and field performance, and the G450 the longest range and Gulfstream pedigree. Where each trades now is below.

Live Market Snapshot

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Bombardier Challenger 605
For sale now
19
Model years available
2007–2023
Dassault Falcon 2000
For sale now
52
Median asking
$7,250,000
Range
$4,690,000–$23,350,000
Model years available
1995–2021

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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Bombardier Challenger 605 Dassault Falcon 2000
Bombardier Challenger 605
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Median $12,000,000
 Dassault Falcon 2000
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Median $7,250,000
Price Range $12,000,000 $4,690,000 – $23,350,000
Category Large Cabin Jet Large Cabin Jet
Model Specifications
Seats 12 12
Cruise Speed 450 kts (833 km/h) 459 kts (850 km/h)
Range 4,045 nm (7,491 km) 4,000 nm (7,408 km)
Service Ceiling 41,000 ft (12,497 m) 47,000 ft (14,326 m)
Max Gross Weight 48,200 lbs (21,864 kg) 42,800 lbs (19,414 kg)
Useful Load 13,000 lbs (5,897 kg) 12,000 lbs (5,443 kg)
Fuel Capacity 2,850.0 gal (10787 L) 2,530.0 gal (9576 L)
Fuel Burn 310.0 GPH (1173 L/h) 280.0 GPH (1060 L/h)
TBO 5,000 hrs 5,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $600,000 $800,000
Annual Fixed $650,000 $500,000
Hourly Variable $3,900 $3,800
Engines 2 x Turbofan 2 x Turbofan

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Bombardier Challenger 605

Fuel$1,705/hr
Variable$3,900/hr
Annual Fixed$650,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $1,430,000/yr

Dassault Falcon 2000

Fuel$1,540/hr
Variable$3,800/hr
Annual Fixed$500,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $1,260,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Bombardier Challenger 605 or Dassault Falcon 2000?

Bottom line: Choose the Challenger 605 for the widest cabin value — a roomy flat-floor large-cabin twin at an accessible used price. Choose the Falcon 2000 for efficiency and field performance — a large-cabin jet that operates economically and out of demanding airports. Choose the G450 for range and pedigree — the longest-legged of the three with Gulfstream support. On safety all three are two-crew, large-cabin twins with engine-out redundancy and strong records; the divide is range, cabin and cost, not safety. Widest cabin, efficient Falcon, or longest-range Gulfstream.

Pick the Challenger 605 if…

  • Longer range — 4045 nm vs 4000 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 2007 vs 1995.

Pick the Falcon 2000 if…

  • Budget matters — from $4,690,000 vs $12,000,000, you save ~$7,310,000.
  • Lower operating cost — ~$3800/hr vs $3900/hr.
  • Faster cruise — 459 kts vs 450 kts.
  • More inventory — 26 listings vs 21.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the Challenger 605, Falcon 2000 and G450?
All are large-cabin twins — the 605 the widest-cabin value, the Falcon 2000 the efficient field performer, the G450 the longest-range Gulfstream. They differ in cabin, range and cost.
Which has the longest range?
The G450 — the most intercontinental reach of the three. The Falcon 2000 and Challenger 605 are strong transcontinental-to-intercontinental jets.
Which has the widest cabin?
The Challenger 605 — its flat-floor cabin is among the widest in class. The G450 is large too; the Falcon 2000 trades some width for efficiency.
Which is better, Bombardier Challenger 605 or Dassault Falcon 2000?
It depends on your mission and budget. The Challenger 605 cruises at 450 kts with 4,045 nm range. The Falcon 2000 cruises at 459 kts with 4,000 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Dassault Falcon 2000: from $4,650,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Bombardier Challenger 605 and Dassault Falcon 2000?
Challenger 605 engine: General Electric CF34-3B. Falcon 2000 engine: Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308C. Cruise: 450 vs 459 kts. Range: 4045 vs 4000 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Challenger 605: about $3900/hr variable cost. Falcon 2000: about $3800/hr variable cost. Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Challenger 605: 12 seats / 13,000 lb useful load. Falcon 2000: 12 seats / 12,000 lb useful load. Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
Challenger 605: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$600,000. Falcon 2000: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$800,000. Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
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