Bombardier Challenger 300 vs Hawker 400
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Bombardier Challenger 300
- For sale now
- 42
- Model years available
- 2004–2013
Hawker 400
- For sale now
- 44
- Median asking
- $1,285,000
- Range
- $635,000–$1,631,850
- Model years available
- 1986–2017
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Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Bombardier Challenger 300 | Hawker 400 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 1 |
| Serious | — | 0 |
| Fatal | — | 0 |
| Fatalities | — | 0 |
| % Fatal | — | 0% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Bombardier Challenger 300 | Hawker 400 |
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| Price Range | $5,201,473 – $14,063,250 | $635,000 – $1,631,850 |
| Category | Super-Midsize Jet | Light Jet |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 10 | 8 |
| Cruise Speed | 450 kts (833 km/h) | 450 kts (833 km/h) |
| Range | 3,100 nm (5,741 km) | 1,351 nm (2,502 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 38,850 lbs (17,622 kg) | 16,300 lbs (7,394 kg) |
| Useful Load | 9,500 lbs (4,309 kg) | 3,000 lbs (1,361 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 1,430.0 gal (5413 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 260.0 GPH (984 L/h) | 160.0 GPH (606 L/h) |
| TBO | 5,000 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $700,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $500,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $3,500 | — |
| Engines | 2 x Turbofan | 2 x Turbofan |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBombardier Challenger 300
Fuel$1,430/hr
Variable$3,500/hr
Annual Fixed$500,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$1,200,000/yr
Hawker 400
Fuel$880/hr
Which Should You Buy: Bombardier Challenger 300 or Hawker 400?
Pick the Challenger 300 if…
- More seats — 10 vs 8.
- Longer range — 3100 nm vs 1351 nm.
Pick the 400 if…
- Budget matters — from $635,000 vs $5,201,473, you save ~$4,566,473.
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 300 or Hawker 400?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Challenger 300 cruises at 450 kts with 3,100 nm range.
The 400 cruises at 450 kts with 1,351 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 300 and Hawker 400?
Challenger 300 engine: Honeywell HTF7000.
Seats: 10 vs 8.
Cruise: 450 vs 450 kts.
Range: 3100 vs 1351 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Challenger 300: about $3500/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 300: 10 seats / 9,500 lb useful load.
400: 8 seats / 3,000 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 300: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$700,000.
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.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data