Bombardier Challenger 300 vs Embraer Praetor 600
On published range, the Embraer Praetor 600 goes 1,515 km further than the Bombardier Challenger 300 (7,441 km against 5,926 km).
The Embraer Praetor 600 is certified for 12 passengers, against 9 for the other.
Both sit in the "Super-midsize jet" category, so the published hourly band is the same: € 4,400 – 5,600 per hour. Published rate for the category, not for the model.
| Comparison table |  Bombardier Challenger 300 |  Embraer Praetor 600 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | Super-midsize jet | Super-midsize jet |
| Production | Out of production | In production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 9 | 12 — Best value |
| Cabin length | 7.68 m | 8.41 m — Best value |
| Cabin width | 2.19 m — Best value | 2.08 m |
| Cabin height | 1.83 m | 1.83 m |
| Flight | ||
| Range | 5,926 km (3,200 nm) | 7,441 km (4,018 nm) — Best value |
| Max speed (MMo) | Mach 0.83 | Mach 0.83 |
| Cost | ||
| Hourly rate (category) | € 4,400 – 5,600 | € 4,400 – 5,600 |
| Compare | Quote on this model | Quote on this model |
Computed on the maximum published range: the real leg depends on payload, wind and reserves. Prices are indicative, at the category hourly rate.
Sources: Manufacturer published specifications (2026-05) · Paramount Business Jets — published charter rates (2026-08-07) · European Central Bank daily reference rate — EUR/USD rate 1.1652 (2026-09-09)
Frequently asked questions
Bombardier Challenger 300 or Embraer Praetor 600: which flies further?
The Embraer Praetor 600, at 7,441 km published range against 5,926 km. The 1,515 km gap matters on long legs: at real payload, with wind and reserves, both cover less than the published figure.
What does an hour cost?
Both sit in the same category (Super-midsize jet), whose published broker band is € 4,400 to 5,600 per hour all-in. That is a category rate, not a model rate: the firm price depends on the specific aircraft, the season and repositioning. A quote returns an all-in price within 60 minutes.
How many passengers?
The Bombardier Challenger 300 is certified for up to 9 passengers, the Embraer Praetor 600 for up to 12. On charter, real layouts usually trade a seat or two for living space.