Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Embraer Legacy 500
On published range, the Bombardier Challenger 3500 goes 509 km further than the Embraer Legacy 500 (6,297 km against 5,788 km).
The Embraer Legacy 500 is certified for 12 passengers, against 10 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 3500 |  Embraer Legacy 500 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | Super-midsize jet | Super-midsize jet |
| Production | In production | Out of production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 10 | 12 — Best value |
| Cabin length | 7.68 m | 8.43 m — Best value |
| Cabin width | 2.19 m — Best value | 2.08 m |
| Cabin height | 1.83 m | 1.83 m |
| Flight | ||
| Range | 6,297 km (3,400 nm) — Best value | 5,788 km (3,125 nm) |
| 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 3500 or Embraer Legacy 500: which flies further?
The Bombardier Challenger 3500, at 6,297 km published range against 5,788 km. The 509 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 3500 is certified for up to 10 passengers, the Embraer Legacy 500 for up to 12. On charter, real layouts usually trade a seat or two for living space.