Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Dassault Falcon 900

The Falcon 900 tri-jet and Challenger 650 twin compare three-engine versatility against the widest cabin in the large-category twin.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Bombardier Challenger 650
For sale now
6
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
3
Source marketplaces
4
Model years available
2015–2019
Dassault Falcon 900
For sale now
20
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
14
Source marketplaces
4
Model years available
1988–2013

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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 650Dassault Falcon 900
All events—2
Serious—1
Fatal—1
Fatalities—6
% Fatal—50%
View full Bombardier Challenger 650 NTSB record →View full Dassault Falcon 900 NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Bombardier Challenger 650 Dassault Falcon 900
Bombardier Challenger 650
View 6 listings →
View 2 listings →
Median $7,475,000
Price Range — $5,175,750 – $20,862,500
Category Large Cabin Jet —
Model Specifications
Seats — 14
Cruise Speed 470 kts (870 km/h) 459 kts (850 km/h)
Range 4,000 nm (7,408 km) 4,750 nm (8,797 km)
Service Ceiling — 51,000 ft (15,545 m)
Max Gross Weight 48,200 lbs (21,864 kg) 49,000 lbs (22,226 kg)
Useful Load — 14,000 lbs (6,350 kg)
Fuel Capacity — 3,190.0 gal (12074 L)
Fuel Burn — 330.0 GPH (1249 L/h)
TBO — 5,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost — $1,100,000
Annual Fixed — $700,000
Hourly Variable — $4,500
Engines — 3 x Turbofan

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Bombardier Challenger 650

Dassault Falcon 900

Fuel$1,815/hr
Variable$4,500/hr
Annual Fixed$700,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $1,600,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Bombardier Challenger 650 or Dassault Falcon 900?

Bottom line: Choose the Falcon 900 for tri-engine redundancy, short/hot-and-high field performance and fuel efficiency; choose the Challenger 650 for a very wide cabin, simple twin economics and a large support network. Tri-jet flexibility vs twin cabin/simplicity. ================================================================ # Dassault Falcon 7X / 8X — ultra-long-range tri-jet ================================================================

Pick the Challenger 650 if…

  • Faster cruise — 470 kts vs 459 kts.
  • More inventory — 6 listings vs 2.

Pick the Falcon 900 if…

  • Longer range — 4750 nm vs 4000 nm.

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 Dassault Falcon 900?
It depends on your mission and budget. The Challenger 650 cruises at 470 kts with 4,000 nm range. The Falcon 900 cruises at 459 kts with 4,750 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 Dassault Falcon 900?
Falcon 900 engine: Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308C. Cruise: 470 vs 459 kts. Range: 4000 vs 4750 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Falcon 900: about $4500/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?
Falcon 900: 14 seats / 14,000 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?
Falcon 900: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$1,100,000. 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