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Bombardier

Challenger 650

$32.0MEstimated Base Price

Range

4000 NM

7,408 km

Max Speed

Mach 0.85

Capacity

Up to 8

Avionics

General Electric

Engines

CF34-3B MTO

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Origin

Canada

About the Challenger 650

The Bombardier Challenger 650 is a large cabin 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.

4,000 Nautical Mile Range

Mission capability designed for transcontinental and transatlantic missions with useful payload and cabin flexibility.

Mach 0.85 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.

CF34-3B MTO Engines

Twin General Electric turbofans provide the thrust and reliability expected in this aircraft class.

Milestones

First Flight2014
CertificationTransport Canada 2015
Units Delivered125+
Program StatusActive Production
4,000 Nautical Mile Range
Spotlight

4,000 Nautical Mile Range

Mission capability designed for transcontinental and transatlantic missions with useful payload and cabin flexibility.

Challenger 650 Specifications

Performance

Max Cruise Speed488 KTAS904 km/h
Long Range Cruise459 KTAS850 km/h
Mach SpeedM 0.85
Max Range4,000 NM7,408 km
Service Ceiling41,000 FT12,497 m
Climb Rate3,500 FPM1,067 m/min
Takeoff Distance5,640 FT1,719 m
Landing Distance2,402 FT732 m

With a maximum range of 4,000 nautical miles and a top operating speed of Mach 0.85, the Challenger 650 is built for transcontinental and transatlantic missions with useful payload and cabin flexibility. Its runway performance, cruise efficiency, and 41,000 ft service ceiling give flight departments useful flexibility across a wide range of mission profiles.

Powerplant

Engine ManufacturerGeneral Electric
Engine ModelCF34-3B MTO
Engine TypeTurbofan
Thrust Per Engine9,220 LBF41.0 kN
Engine Count2
Maintenance PlanOn Condition
Noise StageStage 5

Powered by two General Electric CF34-3B MTO turbofan engines, the Challenger 650 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)48,200 LB21,863 kg
Max Landing Weight38,000 LB17,236 kg
Max Zero Fuel Weight32,000 LB14,515 kg
Max Payload4,800 LB2,177 kg
Fuel Capacity20,000 LB9,072 kg
Operating Empty Weight27,200 LB12,338 kg

Operating weights dictate the structural limits and mission profile of the aircraft. With an MTOW of 48,200 lbs, the Challenger 650 offers a high payload-to-range ratio.

Challenger 650 Interior

Cabin Specs

Length
28.4 FT(8.66 m)
Width
8.2 FT(2.50 m)
Height
6 FT(1.83 m)

The Challenger 650 cabin offers a refined passenger cabin with seating for up to 12 passengers depending on configuration. Its cabin measures approximately 28.4 ft long, 8.2 ft wide, and 6 ft high, with baggage capacity of about 115 cubic feet and passenger amenities suited to large cabin missions.

Challenger 650 Cabin Interior
Explore Cabin Interior

Operating Economics

Based on an assumed utilization of 450 flight hours annually.

Variable Costs

$1,269,450/ Yr
Fuel (Est)$696,150
Maintenance$342,900
Engine Reserve$230,400

Fixed Costs

$441,200/ Yr
Crew Salaries$300,000
Hangarage$90,000
Insurance$51,200

Annual Budget

$1.71M

Estimated Total Spend

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Top Speed0.85 Mach0.82 Mach0.82 Mach0.82 Mach
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Frequently Asked Questions

A new Bombardier Challenger 650 is commonly estimated at approximately $32.0M before options, completion work, taxes, and owner-specific customization.

The Challenger 650 offers a maximum range of approximately 4,000 nautical miles under standard manufacturer or long-range cruise assumptions.

The Challenger 650 can reach a top operating speed of Mach 0.85, with long-range cruise performance optimized for efficient business aviation missions.

Depending on cabin configuration, the Challenger 650 can accommodate up to 12 passengers.