Bombardier Challenger 600
Large Jet
- Range
- 2,909nm
- Seats
- 11
Large JetICAO CRJ2
Bombardier Challenger 800
The Bombardier Challenger 800 is an airline-derived, large-cabin business jet designed for high-capacity executive or shuttle missions where cabin length and seating flexibility are more important than intercontinental range.
- Max range
- 3,120nm
- Typical seats
- 15
- Ceiling
- 41,000ft
- Cabin height
- 73in
How far can the Bombardier Challenger 800 fly?
The Bombardier Challenger 800's maximum range is 3,120 nautical miles — 1,065 nm less than the Dassault Falcon 2000LX, the longest-legged Large Jet in our set.
Reach
Nonstop from New York
Teterboro · TEB — click a point, or focus the map and use arrow keys
Departure
Departure point: New York, Teterboro · TEB.
- Bombardier Challenger 8003,120 nm
Great-circle reach at maximum published range — a still-air planning figure. Winds, payload, and reserves reduce real-world reach.
| Maximum range | 3,120 nm |
|---|---|
| Max operating speed | 368 KIAS |
| Service ceiling | 41,000 ft |
| FAA landing distance | 2,910 ft |
| Typical passengers | 15 |
|---|---|
| Typical crew | 3 |
| Cabin length | 581 in |
| Cabin width | 98 in |
| Cabin height | 73 in |
| Cabin volume | 1,990 cu ft |
| Baggage volume | 202 cu ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 53,000 lbs |
|---|---|
| Thrust per engine | 9,220 lbf |
| Engines | 2 |
| Engine model | General Electric CF34-3A1 |
| Exterior length | 87.8 ft |
| Wingspan | 69.6 ft |
Aircraft decision brief
Where the Bombardier Challenger 800 fits
Model overview
About the Bombardier Challenger 800
The Challenger 800 designation preceded the later Challenger 850 branding and applies to executive-configured aircraft based on the regional-jet airframe. Its exceptionally long cabin supports multiple zones, conference seating, private areas, and comparatively large passenger counts.
The platform brings transport-category systems and a robust airframe to business aviation. It is best understood as a high-capacity corporate aircraft rather than a conventional purpose-built long-range business jet, with airport access, crew, and ground-handling needs that reflect its regional-airliner roots.
Mission fit
Best for
- Corporate shuttle missions
- Large executive groups
- Multi-zone cabin layouts
- Operators with airline-scale support capability
Decision lens
Key advantages
- Very long and spacious cabin
- High passenger capacity
- Robust transport-category platform
- Flexible conference and private-zone layouts
Planning lens
Ownership considerations
Buyers should examine the aircraft conversion and completion history as closely as the underlying airframe. Cabin systems, auxiliary power unit status, landing gear, structural inspections, and configuration-specific support can have a major effect on dispatch reliability and near-term spending.
The aircraft requires suitable runway, ramp, hangar, crew, and ground-support infrastructure. Operating economics are most compelling when the cabin capacity is regularly used; lightly loaded missions may favor a smaller purpose-built business jet.
Category context
How it compares
Compared with the Challenger 850, the 800 represents the earlier designation and may have an older cabin, avionics package, or completion standard. Against a Challenger 604, it provides much more cabin length and passenger capacity but gives up range efficiency and small-airport flexibility.
Common questions
What is the maximum range of the Bombardier Challenger 800?
Published model specifications list a maximum range of 3,120 nautical miles. Actual mission range varies with passenger load, baggage, weather, reserves, runway conditions, and aircraft configuration.Published model specifications list a maximum range of 3,120 nautical miles. Actual mission range varies with passenger load, baggage, weather, reserves, runway conditions, and aircraft configuration.
How many passengers can the Bombardier Challenger 800 carry?
The typical configuration accommodates 15 passengers. The cabin measures approximately 73 inches high and 98 inches wide, although individual interiors and seating layouts vary.The typical configuration accommodates 15 passengers. The cabin measures approximately 73 inches high and 98 inches wide, although individual interiors and seating layouts vary.
What should buyers consider before purchasing a Bombardier Challenger 800?
Buyers should examine the aircraft conversion and completion history as closely as the underlying airframe. Cabin systems, auxiliary power unit status, landing gear, structural inspections, and configuration-specific support can have a major effect on dispatch reliability and near-term spending.Buyers should examine the aircraft conversion and completion history as closely as the underlying airframe. Cabin systems, auxiliary power unit status, landing gear, structural inspections, and configuration-specific support can have a major effect on dispatch reliability and near-term spending.
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Facts current as of July 18, 2026