Head-to-head comparison
Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Cessna Citation Sovereign Sovereign Gen2
Side-by-side comparison of published specifications, cabin dimensions, and indicative ownership economics. Advantage verdicts are computed directly from catalog figures.
Dimension-by-dimension advantages
Computed directly from catalog figures. A 4% or greater difference in numeric values qualifies as a meaningful advantage.
Stand-up Cabin
Bombardier Challenger 3500 has a stand-up cabin; Cessna Citation Sovereign Sovereign Gen2 does not.
Max Range
Bombardier Challenger 3500 has a higher max range (3,400 nm vs 3,200 nm).
Cruise Speed
Bombardier Challenger 3500 and Cessna Citation Sovereign Sovereign Gen2 are comparable on cruise speed (470 kts vs 460 kts).
Takeoff Distance
Cessna Citation Sovereign Sovereign Gen2 has a shorter takeoff distance (3,530 ft vs 4,835 ft).
Passenger Capacity
Bombardier Challenger 3500 has a higher passenger capacity (16 pax vs 12 pax).
Side-by-side specifications
| Specification | Bombardier Challenger 3500 | Cessna Citation Sovereign Sovereign Gen2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Super-Midsize Jet | Super-Midsize Jet |
| Production | In production | Out of production |
| Max range | 3,400 nm | 3,200 nm |
| NBAA IFR range (4 pax) | 3,400 nm | 3,200 nm |
| Max cruise speed | 470 kts | 460 kts |
| Max altitude | 45,000 ft | 47,000 ft |
| Takeoff distance | 4,835 ft | 3,530 ft |
| Landing distance | 2,364 ft | 2,600 ft |
| Max passengers | 16 | 12 |
| Cabin length | 25 ft | 25 ft |
| Cabin width | 7 ft | 6 ft |
| Stand-up cabin | Yes | No |
| Enclosed lavatory | Yes | Yes |
| Single-pilot certified | No | No |
| Hot & high capable | No | No |
All figures are indicative published values from Camber's curated catalog. Green cells indicate a meaningful advantage on that dimension; verify with full specifications before making acquisition decisions.
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