Bombardier Aviation
Challenger 650
The Bombardier Challenger 650 is a large-cabin super-midsize business jet that evolved from the legendary Challenger 600 lineage, featuring upgraded avionics, enhanced cabin amenities, and the same General Electric CF34-3B engines. It offers one of the widest cabins in its class at 8.2 ft with seating for up to 12 passengers and is capable of transcontinental and transatlantic routes. The Challenger 650 is widely regarded for its reliability, dispatch rate, and operator support network.
- 4,000 nm range with NBAA IFR reserves
- Widest cabin in its class at 8.2 ft
- Up to 12 passengers in typical configuration
- General Electric CF34-3B engines
- Enhanced avionics vs Challenger 605
- Legendary Challenger 600 reliability lineage
Challenger 650 key specifications
- Range
- 4,000 nm
- Cruise speed
- 459 kts
- Passengers
- up to 12
- Max take-off weight
- 48,200 lb
- Engines
- 2 × Turbofan
About the Challenger 650
The Bombardier Aviation Challenger 650 is a business jet from the Challenger 600 family that entered service in 2015 and is a current-generation design. Developed in Canada, it is built for private and corporate travel that values cabin comfort and speed.
On performance, it offers a maximum range of about 4,000 nautical miles and a cruise of roughly 459 knots. It seats up to 12 passengers and is powered by 2 General Electric CF34-3B engines.
Its 4,000 nm range makes it well matched to long-haul and transoceanic missions. It is flown by a two-pilot crew and is approved for IFR flight. For buyers weighing the Challenger 650, compare its specifications and operating profile against the closest alternatives below before requesting a quote.
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How the Challenger 650 compares
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