Super Midsize Jet · Comparison
Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Embraer Legacy 500
Side-by-side Super Midsize Jet analysis of the Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Embraer Legacy 500: 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 / 5,789 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Bombardier Challenger 3500 is configured for 9 seats with cabin height 1.9 m; the Embraer Legacy 500 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 3500 versus 5,789 km for the Embraer Legacy 500, with cruise speeds of 870 km/h and 863 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 $3,800/hr for the Bombardier Challenger 3500 and $3,800/hr for the Embraer Legacy 500. Takeoff runway guidance is 1460 m versus 1325 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 50 live public offers for the Bombardier Challenger 3500 and 65 for the Embraer Legacy 500 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 3500 | Embraer Legacy 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Embraer |
| Category | Super Midsize Jet | Super Midsize Jet |
| Seats | 9 | 9 |
| Range | 5,741 km | 5,789 km |
| Cruise speed | 870 km/h | 863 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $3,800/hr | $3,800/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.9 m | 1.8 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1460 m | 1325 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 50 | 65 |
Key takeaways
On published range, the Embraer Legacy 500 covers more distance (5,789 km vs 5,741 km). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Embraer Legacy 500 (65 vs 50).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Bombardier Challenger 3500 or the Embraer Legacy 500?
Published seating is 9 for the Bombardier Challenger 3500 and 9 for the Embraer Legacy 500.
Which has longer range, the Bombardier Challenger 3500 or the Embraer Legacy 500?
Published range is 5,741 km for the Bombardier Challenger 3500 and 5,789 km for the Embraer Legacy 500.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Bombardier Challenger 3500 and the Embraer Legacy 500?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $3,800/hr for the Bombardier Challenger 3500 and $3,800/hr for the Embraer Legacy 500.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs the Embraer Legacy 500?
EmptyJet currently lists 50 empty-leg offers for the Bombardier Challenger 3500 and 65 for the Embraer Legacy 500. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.