Light Jet · Comparison
Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 vs Cessna Citation V
Side-by-side Light Jet analysis of the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and Cessna Citation V: 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
- 8 / 7
- Range
- 4,010 km / 3,150 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 is configured for 8 seats with cabin height 1.4 m; the Cessna Citation V offers 7 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 4,010 km for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 versus 3,150 km for the Cessna Citation V, with cruise speeds of 828 km/h and 750 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 $2,900/hr for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and $2,300/hr for the Cessna Citation V. Takeoff runway guidance is 980 m versus 1120 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 59 live public offers for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and 81 for the Cessna Citation V 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 | Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 | Cessna Citation V |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Cessna |
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Seats | 8 | 7 |
| Range | 4,010 km | 3,150 km |
| Cruise speed | 828 km/h | 750 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,900/hr | $2,300/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 980 m | 1120 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 59 | 81 |
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 3,150 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cessna Citation V ($2,300/hr vs $2,900/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation V (81 vs 59).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 or the Cessna Citation V?
Published seating is 8 for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and 7 for the Cessna Citation V.
Which has longer range, the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 or the Cessna Citation V?
Published range is 4,010 km for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and 3,150 km for the Cessna Citation V.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and the Cessna Citation V?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,900/hr for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and $2,300/hr for the Cessna Citation V.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 vs the Cessna Citation V?
EmptyJet currently lists 59 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and 81 for the Cessna Citation V. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.