CL-600 Challenger vs Learjet 35

Overview

The CL-600 Challenger and the Learjet 35 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Bombardier and Bombardier respectively.

Top speed is 882 km/h for the CL-600 Challenger vs 872 km/h for the Learjet 35. The CL-600 Challenger has an operational range of 7,400 km vs 5,291 km for the Learjet 35. The Learjet 35 operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 12,497 m for the CL-600 Challenger.

The CL-600 Challenger has been produced in 1,066 units vs 738 for the Learjet 35. Unit cost is $14M for the CL-600 Challenger vs $0.5M for the Learjet 35. The Learjet 35 first flew 5 years before the CL-600 Challenger (1973 vs 1978).

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
Canadian light-jet, distinguished by its service history in the United States Air Force as a utility aircraft since the 1970s.
Bombardier Learjet 35 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇦 Canada
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Bombardier
First flight 22 August 1973
Year introduced 1973
Number produced 738 units
Average unit price $500K
Wing area 48.3 m²
Wingspan 19.6 m â—‰
Height 6.3 m
Length 20.9 m
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—‰
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 12.0 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed 872 km/h â—‰
Operational range 5,291 km â—‰
Service ceiling 13,716 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight 4,152 kg â—‰
Total thrust 0 â—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the CL-600 Challenger or Learjet 35?
The CL-600 Challenger is faster with a maximum speed of 882 km/h compared to the Learjet 35's 872 km/h, a difference of 10 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CL-600 Challenger or Learjet 35?
The CL-600 Challenger has a longer range at 7,400 km compared to the Learjet 35's 5,291 km.
Which can fly higher, the CL-600 Challenger or Learjet 35?
The Learjet 35 has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 12,497 meters (41,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the CL-600 Challenger or Learjet 35?
The CL-600 Challenger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,550 kg compared to the Learjet 35's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the CL-600 Challenger or Learjet 35?
The CL-600 Challenger is longer at 20.9 meters compared to the Learjet 35's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CL-600 Challenger or Learjet 35?
The CL-600 Challenger is more expensive at approximately $14 million per unit compared to the Learjet 35 at $0.5 million.
Which entered service first, the CL-600 Challenger or Learjet 35?
The Learjet 35 entered service first in 1973, 7 years before the CL-600 Challenger which entered service in 1980.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CL-600 Challenger or Learjet 35?
The CL-600 Challenger has been produced in greater numbers with 1,066 units compared to 738 units of the Learjet 35.