Heavy Jet · Comparison
Bombardier Challenger 601 vs Embraer Legacy 650E
Side-by-side Heavy Jet analysis of the Bombardier Challenger 601 and Embraer Legacy 650E: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Heavy Jet
- Seats
- 10 / 13
- Range
- 6,600 km / 7,223 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Bombardier Challenger 601 is configured for 10 seats with cabin height 1.9 m; the Embraer Legacy 650E offers 13 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 6,600 km for the Bombardier Challenger 601 versus 7,223 km for the Embraer Legacy 650E, with cruise speeds of 850 km/h and 828 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 $4,600/hr for the Bombardier Challenger 601 and $4,300/hr for the Embraer Legacy 650E. Takeoff runway guidance is 1700 m versus 1750 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 5 live public offers for the Bombardier Challenger 601 and 27 for the Embraer Legacy 650E 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 601 | Embraer Legacy 650E |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Embraer |
| Category | Heavy Jet | Heavy Jet |
| Seats | 10 | 13 |
| Range | 6,600 km | 7,223 km |
| Cruise speed | 850 km/h | 828 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $4,600/hr | $4,300/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.9 m | 1.8 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1700 m | 1750 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 5 | 27 |
Key takeaways
The Embraer Legacy 650E seats more passengers (13 vs 10). On published range, the Embraer Legacy 650E covers more distance (7,223 km vs 6,600 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Embraer Legacy 650E ($4,300/hr vs $4,600/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Embraer Legacy 650E (27 vs 5).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Bombardier Challenger 601 or the Embraer Legacy 650E?
Published seating is 10 for the Bombardier Challenger 601 and 13 for the Embraer Legacy 650E.
Which has longer range, the Bombardier Challenger 601 or the Embraer Legacy 650E?
Published range is 6,600 km for the Bombardier Challenger 601 and 7,223 km for the Embraer Legacy 650E.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Bombardier Challenger 601 and the Embraer Legacy 650E?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $4,600/hr for the Bombardier Challenger 601 and $4,300/hr for the Embraer Legacy 650E.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Bombardier Challenger 601 vs the Embraer Legacy 650E?
EmptyJet currently lists 5 empty-leg offers for the Bombardier Challenger 601 and 27 for the Embraer Legacy 650E. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.