Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Bombardier Challenger 350
The Challenger 650 (large heavy) and Challenger 350 (super-midsize) share a badge but sit in different classes — the 650 has the wide flat-floor heavy cabin and ~4,000 nm range; the 350 is the best-economics super-mid at ~3,200 nm.
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Bombardier Challenger 650 | Bombardier Challenger 350 |
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| Price Range | — | $16,995,000 – $18,795,000 |
| Category | Large Cabin Jet | Super-Midsize Jet |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | — | 10 |
| Cruise Speed | — | 459 kts (850 km/h) |
| Range | — | 3,200 nm (5,926 km) |
| Service Ceiling | — | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | — | 40,600 lbs (18,416 kg) |
| Fuel Burn | — | 246.0 GPH (931 L/h) |
| TBO | — | 5,000 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | — | $750,000 |
| Annual Fixed | — | $550,000 |
| Hourly Variable | — | $3,800 |
| Engines | — | 2 x Turbofan |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBombardier Challenger 650
Bombardier Challenger 350
Fuel$1,353/hr
Variable$3,800/hr
Annual Fixed$550,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$1,310,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Bombardier Challenger 650 or Bombardier Challenger 350?
Bottom line: Choose the Challenger 350 for super-mid operating economics and class-leading reliability. Step up to the Challenger 650 when you need the genuinely wide heavy cabin and longer range — at materially higher acquisition and per-hour cost.
Pick the Challenger 650 if…
Pick the Challenger 350 if…
- More inventory — 17 listings vs 6.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Bombardier Challenger 650 or Bombardier Challenger 350?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Challenger 350 cruises at 459 kts with 3,200 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Bombardier Challenger 650 and Bombardier Challenger 350?
Challenger 350 engine: Honeywell HTF7350.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Challenger 350: 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 350: 10 seats.
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 350: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$750,000.
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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