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.

Live Market Snapshot

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Bombardier Challenger 650
For sale now
6
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
3
Source marketplaces
4
Model years available
2015–2019
Bombardier Challenger 350
For sale now
18
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
10
Source marketplaces
8
Model years available
2014–2022

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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Bombardier Challenger 650 Bombardier Challenger 350
Bombardier Challenger 650
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Bombardier Challenger 350
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Median $18,450,000
Price Range — $17,140,500 – $18,760,500
Category Large Cabin Jet Super-Midsize Jet
Model Specifications
Seats — 10
Cruise Speed 470 kts (870 km/h) 459 kts (850 km/h)
Range 4,000 nm (7,408 km) 3,200 nm (5,926 km)
Service Ceiling — 45,000 ft (13,716 m)
Max Gross Weight 48,200 lbs (21,864 kg) 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

Estimate

Bombardier 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…

  • Faster cruise — 470 kts vs 459 kts.
  • Longer range — 4000 nm vs 3200 nm.

Pick the Challenger 350 if…

  • More inventory — 18 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 650 cruises at 470 kts with 4,000 nm range. 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. Cruise: 470 vs 459 kts. Range: 4000 vs 3200 nm.
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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