A319 CJ vs CL-600 Challenger

Overview

The A319 CJ and the CL-600 Challenger are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Bombardier respectively.

Top speed is 870 km/h for the A319 CJ vs 882 km/h for the CL-600 Challenger. The A319 CJ has an operational range of 11,650 km vs 7,400 km for the CL-600 Challenger. The CL-600 Challenger operates at altitudes up to 12,497 m compared to 1,350 m for the A319 CJ.

The A319 CJ has been produced in 1,499 units vs 1,066 for the CL-600 Challenger. Unit cost is $80M for the A319 CJ vs $14M for the CL-600 Challenger. The CL-600 Challenger first flew 17 years before the A319 CJ (1978 vs 1995).

European corporate jet, globally utilized since the late 1990s, renowned for its passenger comfort and operational versatility.
Airbus A319 CJ Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇪🇺 Europe
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Airbus
First flight 25 August 1995
Year introduced 1995
Number produced 1499 units
Average unit price $80 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 🇨🇦 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 122.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 34.1 m â—‰
Height 11.8 m â—‰
Length 33.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 870 km/h â—‰
Operational range 11,650 km â—‰
Service ceiling 1,350 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight 42,300 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 4,997 kgf â—‰
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
Empty weight 9,292 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 2,073 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the A319 CJ or CL-600 Challenger?
The CL-600 Challenger is faster with a maximum speed of 882 km/h compared to the A319 CJ's 870 km/h, a difference of 12 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A319 CJ or CL-600 Challenger?
The A319 CJ has a longer range at 11,650 km compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 7,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the A319 CJ or CL-600 Challenger?
The CL-600 Challenger has a higher service ceiling at 12,497 meters (41,000 ft) compared to the A319 CJ's 1,350 meters (4,429 ft).
Which is heavier, the A319 CJ or CL-600 Challenger?
The CL-600 Challenger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,550 kg compared to the A319 CJ's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the A319 CJ or CL-600 Challenger?
The A319 CJ is longer at 33.8 meters compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 20.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A319 CJ or CL-600 Challenger?
The A319 CJ is more expensive at approximately $80 million per unit compared to the CL-600 Challenger at $14 million.
Which entered service first, the A319 CJ or CL-600 Challenger?
The CL-600 Challenger entered service first in 1980, 15 years before the A319 CJ which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A319 CJ or CL-600 Challenger?
The A319 CJ has been produced in greater numbers with 1,499 units compared to 1,066 units of the CL-600 Challenger.