Range
2811 NM
Max Speed
Mach 0.85
Capacity
Up to 12
Avionics
General Electric
Engines
CF34-8C5
Origin
Canada
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About The Challenger 850
The Bombardier Challenger 850 is a large cabin business jet from Bombardier's Challenger family. It is an important part of Bombardier's private aviation history, serving owners, corporate flight departments, charter operators, and special mission users with a blend of speed, cabin utility, and proven systems for its generation.
2,811 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to coast-to-coast, transcontinental, and selected international missions.
Mach 0.85 Top Speed
High-speed performance for its class and production era.
Challenger Family Heritage
A notable Bombardier model that helped define the Challenger product line.
CF34-8C5 Engines
Twin General Electric turbofans shape the aircraft's performance and maintenance profile.
Spotlight: 2,811 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to coast-to-coast, transcontinental, and selected international missions.
Milestones
Program Status
Out of Production
Challenger 850 Specifications
Performance
Max Cruise Speed
459 KTAS
(850 km/h)
Long Range Cruise
430 KTAS
(796 km/h)
Mach Speed
M 0.85
Max Range
2,811 NM
(5,206 km)
Service Ceiling
41,000 FT
(12,497 m)
Climb Rate
3,000 FPM
Takeoff Distance
6,190 FT
(1,887 m)
Landing Distance
2,760 FT
(841 m)
With a maximum range of approximately 2,811 nautical miles and a top operating speed of Mach 0.85, the Challenger 850 is designed for coast-to-coast, transcontinental, and selected international missions. Its 41,000 ft service ceiling, published runway performance, and mature support ecosystem make it a relevant aircraft for buyers evaluating capability, acquisition cost, and mission fit.
Powerplant
Engine Manufacturer
General Electric
Engine Model
CF34-8C5
Engine Type
Turbofan
Thrust Per Engine
13,790 LBF
Engine Count
2
Maintenance Plan
On Condition
Noise Stage
Stage 3/4 compliant by configuration
The Challenger 850 is powered by two General Electric CF34-8C5 turbofan engines, each rated at approximately 13,790 pounds of thrust. This powerplant pairing defines much of the aircraft's climb, cruise, maintenance, and operating-cost profile, especially for legacy operators comparing engine programs and inspection status.
Operating Weights
MTOW (Max Takeoff)
53,000 LB
(24,040 kg)
Max Landing Weight
47,000 LB
(21,319 kg)
Max Zero Fuel Weight
44,000 LB
(19,958 kg)
Max Payload
6,000 LB
(2,722 kg)
Fuel Capacity
19,595 LB
(8,888 kg)
Operating Empty Weight
33,500 LB
(15,195 kg)
Operating weights dictate the structural limits and mission profile of the aircraft. With an MTOW of 53,000 lbs, the Challenger 850 offers a high payload-to-range ratio, allowing operators to carry a full cabin without sacrificing distance.
Challenger 850 Interior
Cabin Specs
Length
48.4 FT
(14.75 m)
Width
8.3 FT
(2.53 m)
Height
6.1 FT
(1.86 m)
The Challenger 850 cabin provides a wide large-cabin layout with generous aisle space and club seating options. Cabin dimensions are approximately 48.4 ft long, 8.3 ft wide, and 6.1 ft high, with seating for up to 15 passengers depending on layout and about 202 cubic feet of baggage capacity.
Operating Economics
Based on an assumed utilization of 350 flight hours annually.
Variable Costs
Fixed Costs
Annual Budget
$1.87M
Estimated Total Spend
Market Leading Operators
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The Bombardier Challenger 850 had an estimated new list price of about $32.0M. Current pre-owned values vary significantly by year, total time, engine status, avionics, inspection history, and interior condition.
The Challenger 850 has a maximum range of approximately 2,811 nautical miles under typical published long-range cruise assumptions.
The Challenger 850 can reach a top operating speed of about Mach 0.85, with normal cruise speeds varying by altitude, weight, and mission profile.
Depending on cabin configuration, the Challenger 850 can accommodate up to 15 passengers.