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Aircraft encyclopedia · Bombardier

Bombardier Challenger 605: Specifications, Range and History

The Bombardier Challenger 605 is a member of the Challenger 600 series, the wide-body business jet family that began with the Challenger 600 in 1980. The 605 replaced the 604 with new avionics, larger windows and a redesigned cabin.

The Challenger 605 first flew in January 2006 and was certified and introduced the same year. The 200th aircraft entered service in October 2012, and the Challenger 650 replaced it in 2015.

about 4,000 nm
Range
up to 12
Passengers
20.85 m
Length
2
GE CF34-3B
2006
Entered service

At a glance

Challenger 605 at a glance

Class Large-cabin business jet
Best for Transatlantic and medium-long trips for up to 12
Passengers up to 12; 9 to 12 typical
Flight crew 2 pilots
Compare with Challenger 650

Size

Dimensions

Length 20.85 m (68 ft 5 in)
Wingspan 19.61 m (64 ft 4 in)
Height 6.30 m (20 ft 8 in)
Wing area 41.8 m² (450 sq ft)
Cabin width 2.41 m
Cabin height 1.83 m

Range and speed

Performance

Range about 4,000 nm with 5 passengers
Maximum speed Mach 0.82
Ceiling 41,000 ft

Weights

Weights

Maximum takeoff weight 21,863 kg (48,200 lb)
Maximum landing weight 17,237 kg (38,000 lb)
Maximum zero fuel weight 14,515 kg (32,000 lb)
Typical basic operating weight 12,315 kg (27,150 lb)
Maximum fuel 9,072 kg (20,000 lb)
Maximum payload 2,200 kg (4,850 lb)

Equipment

Equipment and main systems

What is installed on the Challenger 605, which other versions exist and where the same equipment flies.

Engines

On the Challenger 605
2 x General Electric CF34-3B, 9,220 lbf (41.0 kN) each
Same family
CF34-3 engines also power the Challenger 604, 650 and the CRJ100 and CRJ200 airliners

Flight deck

On the Challenger 605
Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 with four 10 x 12 in LCD screens, dual FMS-6000, dual Honeywell Laseref V IRS, electronic flight bag capability
Options
Head-up guidance system with Bombardier Enhanced Vision System

Cabin

Changes from the 604
Reshaped sidewalls, larger windows and an upgraded galley

The Challenger 600 series

Challenger 604 Pro Line 4 avionics, the predecessor
Challenger 605 Pro Line 21, 2006 to 2015
Challenger 650 Pro Line 21 Advanced, 5% more takeoff thrust, from 2015

Equipment and weights vary by serial number and upgrades. ICCJET checks the actual configuration of each aircraft.

The cabin

The wide Challenger cabin is typically arranged in two zones with seats that convert to beds, a galley and an aft lavatory. Layouts seat 9 to 12 passengers.

History

History and production

First flight January 2006
Certified and introduced 2006
200th aircraft entered service October 2012
Successor Challenger 650, 2015

Family comparison

Challenger 605 vs Challenger 650

Challenger 605

Flight deckPro Line 21
EnginesCF34-3B
Entered service2006

Challenger 650

Flight deckPro Line 21 Advanced, SVS
Takeoff thrust5% more
Entered service2015

Routes

Three nonstop routes in range

Dubai to London

AirportsDXB to LHR
Distance2,968 nm
Still-air timeabout 6.5 h

Geneva to New York

AirportsGVA to JFK
Distance3,348 nm
Still-air timeabout 7.3 h

Dubai to Johannesburg

AirportsDXB to JNB
Distance3,463 nm
Still-air timeabout 7.5 h

Calculated great-circle distances and still-air times at 459 kn. Real flights depend on winds, payload, routing and fuel reserves. Check any route in the ICCJET Aircraft Route Planner.

FAQ

Bombardier Challenger 605: questions

What is the range of the Challenger 605?

About 4,000 nm with five passengers.

What engines does the Challenger 605 use?

Two General Electric CF34-3B turbofans of 9,220 lbf each.

What avionics does the Challenger 605 have?

Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 with four large LCD screens and dual FMS-6000.

What is the difference between the Challenger 604 and 605?

The 605 adds Pro Line 21 avionics, larger windows and a redesigned cabin; performance is similar.

When was the Challenger 605 built?

From 2006 until the Challenger 650 replaced it in 2015.

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Istanbul

AirportsIST · SAW · ISL

Kazakhstan

AirportsALA · NQZ · CIT · GUW

International

DeparturesWorldwide on request

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Specifications are published reference figures. Individual aircraft vary by configuration and modifications. Page checked 16 October 2026.