Challenger 604
$27.0M
Challenger 605
$32.0M
Technical Specification Matrix
Performance Metrics
| Parameter | Challenger 604 | Challenger 605 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Range (NBAA IFR) | 4,027 nmWinner | 4,000 nm |
| Max Cruise Speed | Mach 0.82 | Mach 0.82 |
| Takeoff Distance (SL, ISA, MTOW) | 5,840 ft | 5,840 ft |
| Max Operating Altitude | 41,000 ft | 41,000 ft |
Cabin Environment
| Max Certified Seating | 12 pax | 12 pax |
| Cabin Width | 8.2 ft | 8.2 ft |
| Cabin Altitude @ FL410 | 8,000 ft | 8,000 ft |
Expert Insights
Range & Capability
The Challenger 604 excels in sheer capability with a 4027nm range, making it preferred for extreme ultra-long-haul city pairs, whereas the Challenger 605 counters with 4000nm.
Cabin Architecture
While the Challenger 604 focuses on its 2-zone configuration (8.2ft wide), the Challenger 605 provides 8.2ft of width, offering a distinctly different volumetric feel for passengers.
Technological Edge
The Bombardier Challenger 604 remains useful to understand because it shaped Bombardier's position i... Both platforms represent the pinnacle of modern fly-by-wire avionics and systems redundancy in the large cabin class.
Operating Economics (Est.)
Variable Costs Per Hour
Economic Note
Estimates based on 450 hours annual utilization. The Challenger 604 shows higher fuel efficiency resulting in lower direct variable costs per hour, while both airframes require similar fixed overheads for crew and hangarage.