Midsize Jet · Comparison

Beechcraft Hawker 900XP vs Hawker 850XP

Side-by-side Midsize Jet analysis of the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP and Hawker 850XP: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.

Class
Midsize Jet
Seats
8 / 8
Range
4,700 km / 4,890 km
Beechcraft Hawker 900XPBeechcraft Hawker 900XP8 seats4,700 km range38 empty-leg offersHawker 850XPHawker 850XP8 seats4,890 km range29 empty-leg offers

How to choose

Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP is configured for 8 seats with cabin height 1.8 m; the Hawker 850XP offers 8 seats and 1.8 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.

Mission fit: published range is 4,700 km for the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP versus 4,890 km for the Hawker 850XP, with cruise speeds of 833 km/h and 833 km/h. Longer published range suits thin-route city pairs; shorter-hop missions can prioritize cabin comfort or lower typical hourly cost instead.

Operating cost context: typical hourly cost is listed at $3,300/hr for the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP and $3,400/hr for the Hawker 850XP. Takeoff runway guidance is 1670 m versus 1670 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.

Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 38 live public offers for the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP and 29 for the Hawker 850XP right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.

Specs & availability

SpecBeechcraft Hawker 900XPHawker 850XP
ManufacturerHawker BeechcraftHawker Beechcraft
CategoryMidsize JetMidsize Jet
Seats88
Range4,700 km4,890 km
Cruise speed833 km/h833 km/h
Typical hourly cost$3,300/hr$3,400/hr
Cabin height1.8 m1.8 m
Takeoff runway1670 m1670 m
Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet3829

Key takeaways

On published range, the Hawker 850XP covers more distance (4,890 km vs 4,700 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP ($3,300/hr vs $3,400/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP (38 vs 29).

FAQ

Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP or the Hawker 850XP?

Published seating is 8 for the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP and 8 for the Hawker 850XP.

Which has longer range, the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP or the Hawker 850XP?

Published range is 4,700 km for the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP and 4,890 km for the Hawker 850XP.

What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP and the Hawker 850XP?

Typical hourly cost is listed at $3,300/hr for the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP and $3,400/hr for the Hawker 850XP.

How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP vs the Hawker 850XP?

EmptyJet currently lists 38 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft Hawker 900XP and 29 for the Hawker 850XP. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.