C-32 vs CL-600 Challenger

Overview

The C-32 and the CL-600 Challenger are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Bombardier respectively.

Top speed is 853 km/h for the C-32 vs 882 km/h for the CL-600 Challenger. The C-32 has an operational range of 10,200 km vs 7,400 km for the CL-600 Challenger. The C-32 operates at altitudes up to 12,802 m compared to 12,497 m for the CL-600 Challenger. At 115,666 kg MTOW, the C-32 is 5.9x the CL-600 Challenger's 19,550 kg.

The C-32 has been produced in 6 units vs 1,066 for the CL-600 Challenger. Unit cost is $90M for the C-32 vs $14M for the CL-600 Challenger. The CL-600 Challenger first flew 20 years before the C-32 (1978 vs 1998).

American passenger and transport aircraft, prominently deployed during diplomatic and government services since the late 20th century.
Boeing C-32 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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.
Bombardier CL-600 Challenger Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ 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 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 38.0 m β—‰
Height 11.0 m β—‰
Length 47.3 m β—‰
Maximum speed 853 km/h β—‰
Operational range 10,200 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,802 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 115,666 kg β—‰
Empty weight 58,900 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 9,458 kgf β—‰
Wing area 48.3 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 19.6 m β—‰
Height 6.3 m β—‰
Length 20.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed 882 km/h β—‰
Operational range 7,400 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,497 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 19,550 kg β—‰
Empty weight 9,292 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 2,073 kgf β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

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.