Heavy Jet · Comparison
Bombardier Challenger 650 vs Dassault Falcon 2000
Side-by-side Heavy Jet analysis of the Bombardier Challenger 650 and Dassault Falcon 2000: 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
- 12 / 10
- Range
- 7,408 km / 6,300 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Bombardier Challenger 650 is configured for 12 seats with cabin height 1.8 m; the Dassault Falcon 2000 offers 10 seats and 1.9 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 7,408 km for the Bombardier Challenger 650 versus 6,300 km for the Dassault Falcon 2000, with cruise speeds of 850 km/h and 850 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 $4,700/hr for the Bombardier Challenger 650 and $4,500/hr for the Dassault Falcon 2000. Takeoff runway guidance is 1740 m versus 1600 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 34 live public offers for the Bombardier Challenger 650 and 128 for the Dassault Falcon 2000 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 650 | Dassault Falcon 2000 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault |
| Category | Heavy Jet | Heavy Jet |
| Seats | 12 | 10 |
| Range | 7,408 km | 6,300 km |
| Cruise speed | 850 km/h | 850 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $4,700/hr | $4,500/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.8 m | 1.9 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1740 m | 1600 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 34 | 128 |
Key takeaways
The Bombardier Challenger 650 seats more passengers (12 vs 10). On published range, the Bombardier Challenger 650 covers more distance (7,408 km vs 6,300 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Dassault Falcon 2000 ($4,500/hr vs $4,700/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Dassault Falcon 2000 (128 vs 34).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Bombardier Challenger 650 or the Dassault Falcon 2000?
Published seating is 12 for the Bombardier Challenger 650 and 10 for the Dassault Falcon 2000.
Which has longer range, the Bombardier Challenger 650 or the Dassault Falcon 2000?
Published range is 7,408 km for the Bombardier Challenger 650 and 6,300 km for the Dassault Falcon 2000.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Bombardier Challenger 650 and the Dassault Falcon 2000?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $4,700/hr for the Bombardier Challenger 650 and $4,500/hr for the Dassault Falcon 2000.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Bombardier Challenger 650 vs the Dassault Falcon 2000?
EmptyJet currently lists 34 empty-leg offers for the Bombardier Challenger 650 and 128 for the Dassault Falcon 2000. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.