Challenger 604
The furthest-reaching Challenger we charter, at the family's full width.
10–12
Passengers
850 km/h
Maximum speed
186 cm
Cabin height
Hot meals on request
Catering
1–2
Cabin attendant
Yes
Lavatory
Up to 12 bags
Baggage
Heavy Jet
Category
Four Challengers sit in this class and the 604 reaches furthest of them: 4,024 nm, against 4,000 for the 650, 3,702 for the 605 and 3,096 for the 850. It carries that reach in a 341 in cabin at 98 in across — the widest measurement in the category, shared with the 605 and the 850 and exceeded by nothing. Twelve seats, 115 cu ft of baggage across twelve bags, 73.2 in of cabin height. For a charterer comparing Challenger quotes, and they will, the 604 is the one that goes the distance without giving up the cross-section the family is chosen for.
Where it gives ground is pace and hold. At 459 kt it is the slowest of the four, and 115 cu ft is the smallest baggage capacity in this class, tied with the 605 and the 650. Neither is a surprise: the Challenger cabin is broad rather than long, and the compartment behind it is sized accordingly. That makes this a poor choice for a group travelling with equipment and a strong one for twelve people who want room across the shoulders on a sector at the top of the class's range. Production has ended, and within Bombardier's own line the 650 is the aircraft still being built.
Reach at full width
Longest-range Challenger here
4,024 nm, ahead of the 650, the 605 and the 850.
98 in across the cabin
The widest measurement in the class, shared with the 605 and the 850.
Twelve seats at 73.2 in
The tallest cabin of the four Challengers we charter.