Super Midsize Jet · Comparison
Bombardier Challenger 300 vs Hawker 4000
Side-by-side Super Midsize Jet analysis of the Bombardier Challenger 300 and Hawker 4000: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Super Midsize Jet
- Seats
- 9 / 9
- Range
- 5,741 km / 6,200 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Bombardier Challenger 300 is configured for 9 seats with cabin height 1.9 m; the Hawker 4000 offers 9 seats and 1.8 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 5,741 km for the Bombardier Challenger 300 versus 6,200 km for the Hawker 4000, with cruise speeds of 850 km/h and 870 km/h. Longer published range suits thin-route city pairs; shorter-hop missions can prioritize cabin comfort or lower typical hourly cost instead.
Operating cost context: typical hourly cost is listed at $3,600/hr for the Bombardier Challenger 300 and $3,700/hr for the Hawker 4000. Takeoff runway guidance is 1460 m versus 1800 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 185 live public offers for the Bombardier Challenger 300 and 7 for the Hawker 4000 right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.
Specs & availability
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 300 | Hawker 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Hawker Beechcraft |
| Category | Super Midsize Jet | Super Midsize Jet |
| Seats | 9 | 9 |
| Range | 5,741 km | 6,200 km |
| Cruise speed | 850 km/h | 870 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $3,600/hr | $3,700/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.9 m | 1.8 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1460 m | 1800 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 185 | 7 |
Key takeaways
On published range, the Hawker 4000 covers more distance (6,200 km vs 5,741 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Bombardier Challenger 300 ($3,600/hr vs $3,700/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Bombardier Challenger 300 (185 vs 7).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Bombardier Challenger 300 or the Hawker 4000?
Published seating is 9 for the Bombardier Challenger 300 and 9 for the Hawker 4000.
Which has longer range, the Bombardier Challenger 300 or the Hawker 4000?
Published range is 5,741 km for the Bombardier Challenger 300 and 6,200 km for the Hawker 4000.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Bombardier Challenger 300 and the Hawker 4000?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $3,600/hr for the Bombardier Challenger 300 and $3,700/hr for the Hawker 4000.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Bombardier Challenger 300 vs the Hawker 4000?
EmptyJet currently lists 185 empty-leg offers for the Bombardier Challenger 300 and 7 for the Hawker 4000. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.