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Bombardier BD-500 vs Cessna 500

Side-by-side aircraft model specifications (max across variants).

SpecBombardier BD-500Cessna 500
ICAO typeBCS3C500
MTOW68,000 kg5,300 kg
Range3,300 nm1,210 nm
Cruise speed447 kt357 kt
Service ceiling41,000 ft41,000 ft
Max seats1608
Length39 m13 m
Wingspan35 m14 m
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How does the Bombardier BD-500 compare to the Cessna 500 in range?

The Bombardier BD-500 has a range of 3,300 nm; the Cessna 500 has a range of 1,210 nm.

How does the Bombardier BD-500 compare to the Cessna 500 in cruise speed?

The Bombardier BD-500 cruises at 447 kt; the Cessna 500 cruises at 357 kt.

What is the MTOW difference between the Bombardier BD-500 and the Cessna 500?

The Bombardier BD-500 has a maximum take-off weight of 68,000 kg, compared with 5,300 kg for the Cessna 500.

How many seats do the Bombardier BD-500 and Cessna 500 have?

The Bombardier BD-500 seats up to 160; the Cessna 500 seats up to 8.

What ICAO type codes do the Bombardier BD-500 and Cessna 500 use?

The Bombardier BD-500 is ICAO type BCS3; the Cessna 500 is ICAO type C500.