C-32 vs CL-600 Challenger
| American passenger and transport aircraft, prominently deployed during diplomatic and government services since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 1 June 1998 |
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Number produced | 6 units |
| Average unit price | $90 million |
| Canadian business jet, introduced in the 1980s, extensively deployed for VIP and corporate travel worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇦 Canada |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier |
| First flight | 8 November 1978 |
| Year introduced | 1980 |
| Number produced | 1066 units |
| Average unit price | $14 million |
| Wing area | 181.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 38.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 47.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 853 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 10,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,802 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 115,666 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 58,900 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 18,915 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 48.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 19.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 20.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 882 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 7,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,497 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,550 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9,292 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,146 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of CL-600 Challenger by Bombardier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the C-32 or CL-600 Challenger?
The CL-600 Challenger is faster with a maximum speed of 882 km/h compared to the C-32's 853 km/h, a difference of 29 km/h.
Which has longer range, the C-32 or CL-600 Challenger?
The C-32 has a longer range at 10,200 km compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 7,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the C-32 or CL-600 Challenger?
The C-32 has a higher service ceiling at 12,802 meters (42,001 ft) compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 12,497 meters (41,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the C-32 or CL-600 Challenger?
The C-32 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 115,666 kg compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 19,550 kg.
Which is larger, the C-32 or CL-600 Challenger?
The C-32 is longer at 47.3 meters compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 20.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the C-32 or CL-600 Challenger?
The C-32 is more expensive at approximately $90 million per unit compared to the CL-600 Challenger at $14 million.
Which entered service first, the C-32 or CL-600 Challenger?
The CL-600 Challenger entered service first in 1980, 18 years before the C-32 which entered service in 1998.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the C-32 or CL-600 Challenger?
The CL-600 Challenger has been produced in greater numbers with 1,066 units compared to 6 units of the C-32.