Super Midsize Jet · Comparison
Embraer Legacy 500 vs Embraer Praetor 600
Side-by-side Super Midsize Jet analysis of the Embraer Legacy 500 and Embraer Praetor 600: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Super Midsize Jet
- Seats
- 9 / 10
- Range
- 5,789 km / 7,408 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Embraer Legacy 500 is configured for 9 seats with cabin height 1.8 m; the Embraer Praetor 600 offers 10 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 5,789 km for the Embraer Legacy 500 versus 7,408 km for the Embraer Praetor 600, with cruise speeds of 863 km/h and 863 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 $3,800/hr for the Embraer Legacy 500 and $4,100/hr for the Embraer Praetor 600. Takeoff runway guidance is 1325 m versus 1436 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 65 live public offers for the Embraer Legacy 500 and 110 for the Embraer Praetor 600 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 | Embraer Legacy 500 | Embraer Praetor 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Embraer | Embraer |
| Category | Super Midsize Jet | Super Midsize Jet |
| Seats | 9 | 10 |
| Range | 5,789 km | 7,408 km |
| Cruise speed | 863 km/h | 863 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $3,800/hr | $4,100/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.8 m | 1.8 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1325 m | 1436 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 65 | 110 |
Key takeaways
The Embraer Praetor 600 seats more passengers (10 vs 9). On published range, the Embraer Praetor 600 covers more distance (7,408 km vs 5,789 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Embraer Legacy 500 ($3,800/hr vs $4,100/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Embraer Praetor 600 (110 vs 65).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Embraer Legacy 500 or the Embraer Praetor 600?
Published seating is 9 for the Embraer Legacy 500 and 10 for the Embraer Praetor 600.
Which has longer range, the Embraer Legacy 500 or the Embraer Praetor 600?
Published range is 5,789 km for the Embraer Legacy 500 and 7,408 km for the Embraer Praetor 600.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Embraer Legacy 500 and the Embraer Praetor 600?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $3,800/hr for the Embraer Legacy 500 and $4,100/hr for the Embraer Praetor 600.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Embraer Legacy 500 vs the Embraer Praetor 600?
EmptyJet currently lists 65 empty-leg offers for the Embraer Legacy 500 and 110 for the Embraer Praetor 600. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.