Light Jet · Comparison
Beechcraft Beechjet 400A vs Cessna Citation II
Side-by-side Light Jet analysis of the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and Cessna Citation II: 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 / 6
- Range
- 2,680 km / 2,500 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 II offers 6 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 2,500 km for the Cessna Citation II, with cruise speeds of 778 km/h and 720 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 $2,100/hr for the Cessna Citation II. Takeoff runway guidance is 1260 m versus 1100 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 21 live public offers for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 23 for the Cessna Citation II 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 II |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Cessna |
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Seats | 7 | 6 |
| Range | 2,680 km | 2,500 km |
| Cruise speed | 778 km/h | 720 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,700/hr | $2,100/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1260 m | 1100 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 21 | 23 |
Key takeaways
The Beechcraft Beechjet 400A seats more passengers (7 vs 6). On published range, the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A covers more distance (2,680 km vs 2,500 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cessna Citation II ($2,100/hr vs $2,700/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation II (23 vs 21).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A or the Cessna Citation II?
Published seating is 7 for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 6 for the Cessna Citation II.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A or the Cessna Citation II?
Published range is 2,680 km for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 2,500 km for the Cessna Citation II.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and the Cessna Citation II?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,700/hr for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and $2,100/hr for the Cessna Citation II.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A vs the Cessna Citation II?
EmptyJet currently lists 21 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 23 for the Cessna Citation II. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.