Light Jet · Comparison
Beechcraft Beechjet 400A vs Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
Side-by-side Light Jet analysis of the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Light Jet
- Seats
- 7 / 8
- Range
- 2,680 km / 4,010 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A is configured for 7 seats with cabin height 1.4 m; the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 offers 8 seats and 1.4 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 2,680 km for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A versus 4,010 km for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2, with cruise speeds of 778 km/h and 828 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 $2,700/hr for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and $2,900/hr for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2. Takeoff runway guidance is 1260 m versus 980 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 21 live public offers for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 59 for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.
Specs & availability
| Spec | Beechcraft Beechjet 400A | Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Cessna |
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Seats | 7 | 8 |
| Range | 2,680 km | 4,010 km |
| Cruise speed | 778 km/h | 828 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,700/hr | $2,900/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1260 m | 980 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 21 | 59 |
Key takeaways
The Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 seats more passengers (8 vs 7). On published range, the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 covers more distance (4,010 km vs 2,680 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A ($2,700/hr vs $2,900/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 (59 vs 21).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A or the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2?
Published seating is 7 for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 8 for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A or the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2?
Published range is 2,680 km for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 4,010 km for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,700/hr for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and $2,900/hr for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A vs the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2?
EmptyJet currently lists 21 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 59 for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.