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Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Dassault Falcon 2000LXS: range, cabin and specifications compared
- The Bombardier Challenger 650 and the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS have similar range (4,000 nm vs 4,000 nm).
- The Bombardier Challenger 650 entered service in 2015; the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS in 2014.
| Bombardier Challenger 650 | Dassault Falcon 2000LXS | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Large jet | Large jet |
| Range | 4,000 nm (with 6 passengers) | 4,000 nm (at Mach 0.80 with 6 passengers) |
| Speed | Mach 0.85 top speed | Mach 0.862 maximum |
| Passengers | Up to 12 | Up to 10 |
| Cabin | 25 ft 7 in long, 7 ft 11 in wide, 6 ft 0 in high | — |
| Engines | 2 × GE CF34-3B | 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308C |
| Maximum altitude | 41,000 ft | 47,000 ft |
| In service since | 2015 | 2014 |
Manufacturers publish range under different conditions (passenger numbers, speed and reserves). Compare like for like with each manufacturer before deciding.
Bombardier Challenger 650
The Challenger 650 is the latest of the Challenger 600 series, which has been in production since 1980. Its 7 ft 11 in cabin width is unusually wide for its class, and the earlier 604 and 605 are widely available pre-owned.
What to check before buying
Check the GE CF34 engine programme status and time to next overhaul, the landing-gear overhaul date, and whether the avionics have the latest upgrades for your routes.
Dassault Falcon 2000LXS
The Falcon 2000LXS replaced the 2000LX in 2014. It is known for short-field performance and a wide cabin for its size, and earlier Falcon 2000 variants offer a lower entry price.
What to check before buying
Check Pratt & Whitney ESP coverage on the PW308C engines, the date of the next major inspection, and the condition of the cabin, which is often the main price differentiator.
Sources
- Bombardier — Challenger 650 factsheet
- Wikipedia — Challenger 600 series
- Wikipedia — Dassault Falcon 2000
Figures are published manufacturer or industry values and vary with configuration, payload and conditions. Confirm them with the manufacturer or seller before relying on them.