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Bombardier

Challenger 3500

$27.0MEstimated Base Price

Range

3400 NM

6,297 km

Max Speed

Mach 0.83

Capacity

Up to 8

Avionics

Honeywell

Engines

HTF7350

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Origin

Canada

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.

Milestones

First FlightSeptember 14, 2021
CertificationTransport Canada 2022
Units Delivered90+
Program StatusActive Production
3,400 Nautical Mile Range
Spotlight

3,400 Nautical Mile Range

Mission capability designed for coast-to-coast and regional international missions.

Challenger 3500 Specifications

Performance

Max Cruise Speed470 KTAS870 km/h
Long Range Cruise459 KTAS850 km/h
Mach SpeedM 0.83
Max Range3,400 NM6,297 km
Service Ceiling45,000 FT13,716 m
Climb Rate4,300 FPM1,311 m/min
Takeoff Distance4,835 FT1,474 m
Landing Distance2,364 FT721 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 ManufacturerHoneywell
Engine ModelHTF7350
Engine TypeTurbofan
Thrust Per Engine7,323 LBF32.6 kN
Engine Count2
Maintenance PlanOn Condition
Noise StageStage 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 LB18,416 kg
Max Landing Weight34,150 LB15,490 kg
Max Zero Fuel Weight28,200 LB12,791 kg
Max Payload3,400 LB1,542 kg
Fuel Capacity14,150 LB6,418 kg
Operating Empty Weight24,800 LB11,249 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.

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.

Challenger 3500 Cabin Interior
Explore Cabin Interior

Operating Economics

Based on an assumed utilization of 450 flight hours annually.

Variable Costs

$963,900/ Yr
Fuel (Est)$491,400
Maintenance$289,350
Engine Reserve$183,150

Fixed Costs

$433,200/ Yr
Crew Salaries$300,000
Hangarage$90,000
Insurance$43,200

Annual Budget

$1.40M

Estimated Total Spend

Bombardier Challenger 3500 Vs

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Max Range3,400 nm3,100 nm3,200 nm3,600 nm
Top Speed0.83 Mach0.83 Mach0.83 Mach0.85 Mach
Capacity10 pax10 pax10 pax10 pax
Est. Base Price$27.0M $24.0M $26.7M $25.0M
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Frequently Asked Questions

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.