Super Midsize Jets compared
Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Embraer Praetor 600
Both are super midsize jets. The Challenger 650 seats 3 more passengers (12 vs 9). The Challenger 650 flies 1,391 km (751 nm) farther: 7,410 km against 6,019 km. Cabin height is within a few centimetres on the Challenger 650 and Embraer Praetor 600.
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 650 | Embraer Praetor 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 12 (better) | 9 |
| Range | 7,410 km4,001 nm (better) | 6,019 km3,250 nm |
| Cruise speed | 870 km/h470 kt (better) | 863 km/h466 kt |
| Cabin height | 1.85 m6.1 ft (better) | 1.83 m6.0 ft |
| Cabin width | 2.49 m8.2 ft (better) | 2.08 m6.8 ft |
| Cabin length | 8.31 m27.3 ft | 8.32 m27.3 ft (better) |
| Baggage | 115 cu ft | 150 cu ft (better) |
| Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Est. hourly rate | $9,500/hr | $8,000/hr (better) |
Which should you charter?
Pick the Challenger 650 if you need the extra 1,391 km (751 nm) of range, you are a group of 10 to 12 and you want a wider cabin (41 cm more across).
Pick the Embraer Praetor 600 if you travel with a lot of luggage (150 cu ft of baggage space vs 115).
The Embraer Praetor 600 is estimated at $8,000/hr against $9,500/hr for the Challenger 650, about $1,500 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 650 can fly New York (TEB) to Lisbon (LIS) nonstop, 5,419 km. The Embraer Praetor 600 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 650 vs Embraer Praetor 600: common questions
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