Midsize Jets compared
Bombardier Challenger 300 vs Learjet 60XR
Both are midsize jets. The Challenger 300 seats 1 more passenger (9 vs 8). The Challenger 300 flies 1,110 km (599 nm) farther: 5,740 km against 4,630 km. The Challenger 300 has the taller cabin (1.83 m vs 1.75 m).
Specifications side by side
The better figure in each row is in gold. Hourly rates are estimates including crew and fuel, before taxes and airport fees.
| Specification | Challenger 300 | Learjet 60XR |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 9 (better) | 8 |
| Range | 5,740 km3,099 nm (better) | 4,630 km2,500 nm |
| Cruise speed | 850 km/h459 kt | 850 km/h459 kt |
| Cabin height | 1.83 m6.0 ft (better) | 1.75 m5.7 ft |
| Cabin width | 2.14 m7.0 ft (better) | 1.73 m5.7 ft |
| Cabin length | 8.40 m27.6 ft (better) | 6.05 m19.8 ft |
| Baggage | 106 cu ft (better) | 65 cu ft |
| Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Est. hourly rate | $7,000/hr | $5,000/hr (better) |
Which should you charter?
Pick the Challenger 300 if you need the extra 1,110 km (599 nm) of range, you are a group of 9, headroom matters (the cabin is 8 cm taller) and you want more room to spread out (the cabin is 2.4 m longer).
On paper the Learjet 60XR does not lead on any of the figures above. Pick it when one is based closer to your departure airport, which cuts positioning cost and often the total price.
The Learjet 60XR is estimated at $5,000/hr against $7,000/hr for the Challenger 300, about $2,000 less per hour. Real quotes depend on the operator, the aircraft's age and how far it has to fly to reach you.
Example trip: the Challenger 300 can fly Dubai (DXB) to Vienna (VIE) nonstop, 4,223 km. The Learjet 60XR would need a fuel stop on that route.
Nonstop means within 90% of published range, before winds, payload and fuel reserves; the operator confirms each route.
Challenger 300 vs Learjet 60XR: common questions
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