Range
3400 NM
Max Speed
Mach 0.83
Capacity
Up to 8
Avionics
Honeywell
Engines
HTF7350
Origin
Canada
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About The Challenger 3500
The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is a super mid-size business aircraft from Bombardier, designed for owners and operators who need a strong mix of cabin comfort, range, speed, and operational flexibility. As part of the Challenger family, it targets premium private aviation missions with a balance of performance, reliability, and passenger-focused cabin design.
3,400 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability designed for coast-to-coast and regional international missions.
Mach 0.83 Top Speed
High-speed cruise capability helps reduce trip time on demanding business aviation routes.
2-Zone Cabin Layout
A flexible cabin arrangement supports work, dining, relaxation, and rest depending on configuration.
HTF7350 Engines
Twin Honeywell turbofans provide the thrust and reliability expected in this aircraft class.
Spotlight: 3,400 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability designed for coast-to-coast and regional international missions.
Milestones
Program Status
Active Production
Challenger 3500 Specifications
Performance
Max Cruise Speed
470 KTAS
(870 km/h)
Long Range Cruise
459 KTAS
(850 km/h)
Mach Speed
M 0.83
Max Range
3,400 NM
(6,297 km)
Service Ceiling
45,000 FT
(13,716 m)
Climb Rate
4,300 FPM
Takeoff Distance
4,835 FT
(1,474 m)
Landing Distance
2,364 FT
(721 m)
With a maximum range of 3,400 nautical miles and a top operating speed of Mach 0.83, the Challenger 3500 is built for coast-to-coast and regional international missions. Its runway performance, cruise efficiency, and 45,000 ft service ceiling give flight departments useful flexibility across a wide range of mission profiles.
Powerplant
Engine Manufacturer
Honeywell
Engine Model
HTF7350
Engine Type
Turbofan
Thrust Per Engine
7,323 LBF
Engine Count
2
Maintenance Plan
On Condition
Noise Stage
Stage 5
Powered by two Honeywell HTF7350 turbofan engines, the Challenger 3500 delivers dependable thrust, efficient cruise performance, and the redundancy expected in modern business aviation. The engine installation supports long-range reliability, reduced cockpit workload, and maintenance planning for private, corporate, charter, and special mission operators.
Operating Weights
MTOW (Max Takeoff)
40,600 LB
(18,416 kg)
Max Landing Weight
34,150 LB
(15,490 kg)
Max Zero Fuel Weight
28,200 LB
(12,791 kg)
Max Payload
3,400 LB
(1,542 kg)
Fuel Capacity
14,150 LB
(6,418 kg)
Operating Empty Weight
24,800 LB
(11,249 kg)
Operating weights dictate the structural limits and mission profile of the aircraft. With an MTOW of 40,600 lbs, the Challenger 3500 offers a high payload-to-range ratio, allowing operators to carry a full cabin without sacrificing distance.
Challenger 3500 Interior
Cabin Specs
Length
25.2 FT
(7.68 m)
Width
7.2 FT
(2.19 m)
Height
6 FT
(1.83 m)
The Challenger 3500 cabin offers a refined passenger cabin with seating for up to 10 passengers depending on configuration. Its cabin measures approximately 25.2 ft long, 7.2 ft wide, and 6 ft high, with baggage capacity of about 106 cubic feet and passenger amenities suited to super mid-size missions.
Operating Economics
Based on an assumed utilization of 450 flight hours annually.
Variable Costs
Fixed Costs
Annual Budget
$1.40M
Estimated Total Spend
Market Leading Operators
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A new Bombardier Challenger 3500 is commonly estimated at approximately $27.0M before options, completion work, taxes, and owner-specific customization.
The Challenger 3500 offers a maximum range of approximately 3,400 nautical miles under standard manufacturer or long-range cruise assumptions.
The Challenger 3500 can reach a top operating speed of Mach 0.83, with long-range cruise performance optimized for efficient business aviation missions.
Depending on cabin configuration, the Challenger 3500 can accommodate up to 10 passengers.