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Challenger 600 Specifications

The Canadair CL-600, also known as the Challenger 600, began taking orders from customers in 1976. The aircraft suffered from developmental setbacks, such as the crash of one of the first test models produced and limitations on the aircraft when flying into known icing by the FAA. However, the CL-600 formed the basis for more successful future models of the aircraft, including the CL-601. Eighty-three Challengers CL-600s were produced before Canadair ceased production on the model in 1983.

Engines and Performance
- The Challenger 600 was equipped with two Avco Lycoming ALF-502L engines capable of producing 7,500 lb. of thrust each. The aircraft could fly up to 488 knots, has a maximum cruising speed of 480 knots and a long-range cruising speed of 432 knots. The plane could fly up to 45,000 feet and had a total range of 3,402 nautical miles.
Weights
- Early models of the Challenger 600 had an empty operating weight of 22,825 lb. and a maximum takeoff weight of 40,400 lb. The later Challenger 600 models had an empty weight of 18,450 lbs and a maximum takeoff weight 40,125 lb.
Dimensions and Capacity
- The CL-600 had a wingspan of 61 feet 10 inches. It was 68 feet 5 inches long, 20 feet 8 inches tall and had a total wing area of 450 square feet. The Challenger required a flight crew of two and was built in various optional configurations that could hold anywhere from 14 to 18 passengers.

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