Bombardier Challenger 300
Super Mid-Size Jet
- Range
- 3,340nm
- Seats
- 8
Super Mid-Size JetICAO E550
Embraer Legacy 500
The Embraer Legacy 500 is a super-midsize jet with a flat-floor, six-foot cabin, full fly-by-wire controls and balanced transcontinental performance. It appeals to buyers who want modern design and cabin utility without paying for a newer Praetor 600.
- Max range
- 3,167nm
- Typical seats
- 8
- Ceiling
- 45,000ft
- Cabin height
- 72in
How far can the Embraer Legacy 500 fly?
The Embraer Legacy 500's maximum range is 3,167 nautical miles — 873 nm less than the Embraer Praetor 600, the longest-legged Super Mid-Size 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.
- Embraer Legacy 5003,167 nm
Great-circle reach at maximum published range — a still-air planning figure. Winds, payload, and reserves reduce real-world reach.
| Maximum range | 3,167 nm |
|---|---|
| Max operating speed | 320 KIAS |
| Service ceiling | 45,000 ft |
| FAA landing distance | 2,114 ft |
| Typical passengers | 8 |
|---|---|
| Typical crew | 2 |
| Cabin length | 294 in |
| Cabin width | 80 in |
| Cabin height | 72 in |
| Cabin volume | 823 cu ft |
| Baggage volume | 155 cu ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 38,360 lbs |
|---|---|
| Thrust per engine | 7,036 lbf |
| Engines | 2 |
| Engine model | Honeywell HTF7500E |
| Exterior length | 68.1 ft |
| Wingspan | 66.4 ft |
Aircraft decision brief
Where the Embraer Legacy 500 fits
Model overview
About the Embraer Legacy 500
The Legacy 500 typically seats eight passengers and combines a 3,167-nautical-mile maximum-range profile with a 6-foot-high, 6-foot-8-inch-wide cabin. Honeywell HTF7500E engines, Pro Line Fusion avionics and a large baggage allowance support corporate and private missions.
Embraer phased out the Legacy 500 by 2020 after introducing the longer-range Praetor 600. The Legacy remains relevant as the underlying clean-sheet platform, offering many of the same cabin and systems advantages at a lower pre-owned acquisition point.
Mission fit
Best for
- Transcontinental travel with a flat-floor cabin
- Eight-passenger corporate and private missions
- Buyers seeking modern systems and strong baggage capacity
Decision lens
Key advantages
- Wide, six-foot, flat-floor cabin
- Full fly-by-wire controls and Pro Line Fusion avionics
- Strong range, runway and baggage balance
Planning lens
Ownership considerations
Engine and APU coverage, landing-gear timing, structural inspections and service-action compliance should be reconciled during diligence. Evaluate the aircraft support history with Embraer-authorized resources.
Cabin technology and connectivity age quickly, and early aircraft may need updates. Compare total upgrade and maintenance exposure with the acquisition premium for a Praetor 600.
Category context
How it compares
The Legacy 500 has a longer cabin and more range than the Legacy 450. The Praetor 600 builds on the same airframe with significantly greater range and refinements, while Challenger 350-class aircraft offer a larger installed fleet and different support economics.
Common questions
What is the maximum range of the Embraer Legacy 500?
The published specification lists a maximum range of 3,167 nautical miles for the Embraer Legacy 500.The published specification lists a maximum range of 3,167 nautical miles for the Embraer Legacy 500. Actual trip capability varies with payload, winds, temperature, reserves, routing and runway conditions.
How many passengers can the Embraer Legacy 500 carry?
The Embraer Legacy 500 is listed for 8 passengers with a typical crew of 2.The Embraer Legacy 500 is listed for 8 passengers with a typical crew of 2. The published cabin dimensions are 294 inches long, 80 inches wide, 72 inches high. Published baggage volume is 155 cubic feet. Actual seating and usable payload depend on the individual aircraft configuration and installed equipment.
What should buyers review before acquiring the Embraer Legacy 500?
Engine and APU coverage, landing-gear timing, structural inspections and service-action compliance should be reconciled during diligence.Engine and APU coverage, landing-gear timing, structural inspections and service-action compliance should be reconciled during diligence. Evaluate the aircraft support history with Embraer-authorized resources. Cabin technology and connectivity age quickly, and early aircraft may need updates. Compare total upgrade and maintenance exposure with the acquisition premium for a Praetor 600.
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