CL-600 Challenger vs 500 Citation I
| 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 |
| American light business jet, renowned for civil, commercial, and military use since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 15 September 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 689 units |
| Average unit price | $0.9 million |
| 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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| Wing area | 25.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 665 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,459 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,497 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,375 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,008 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 998 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of CL-600 Challenger by Bombardier.
Photo of 500 Citation I by Luc Verkuringen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CL-600 Challenger or 500 Citation I?
The CL-600 Challenger is faster with a maximum speed of 882 km/h compared to the 500 Citation I's 665 km/h, a difference of 217 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CL-600 Challenger or 500 Citation I?
The CL-600 Challenger has a longer range at 7,400 km compared to the 500 Citation I's 2,459 km.
Which can fly higher, the CL-600 Challenger or 500 Citation I?
The 500 Citation I has a higher service ceiling at 12,497 meters (41,000 ft) compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 12,497 meters (41,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the CL-600 Challenger or 500 Citation I?
The CL-600 Challenger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,550 kg compared to the 500 Citation I's 5,375 kg.
Which is larger, the CL-600 Challenger or 500 Citation I?
The CL-600 Challenger is longer at 20.9 meters compared to the 500 Citation I's 13.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CL-600 Challenger or 500 Citation I?
The CL-600 Challenger is more expensive at approximately $14 million per unit compared to the 500 Citation I at $0.9 million.
Which entered service first, the CL-600 Challenger or 500 Citation I?
The 500 Citation I entered service first in 1971, 9 years before the CL-600 Challenger which entered service in 1980.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CL-600 Challenger or 500 Citation I?
The CL-600 Challenger has been produced in greater numbers with 1,066 units compared to 689 units of the 500 Citation I.