Midsize Jet · Comparison
Hawker 850XP vs Hawker 900
Side-by-side Midsize Jet analysis of the Hawker 850XP and Hawker 900: 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
- 4,890 km / 5,070 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Hawker 850XP is configured for 8 seats with cabin height 1.8 m; the Hawker 900 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 4,890 km for the Hawker 850XP versus 5,070 km for the Hawker 900, 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 $3,400/hr for the Hawker 850XP and $3,500/hr for the Hawker 900. Takeoff runway guidance is 1670 m versus 1700 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 13 live public offers for the Hawker 850XP and 690 for the Hawker 900 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 | Hawker 850XP | Hawker 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hawker Beechcraft | Hawker Beechcraft |
| Category | Midsize Jet | Midsize Jet |
| Seats | 8 | 8 |
| Range | 4,890 km | 5,070 km |
| Cruise speed | 833 km/h | 833 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $3,400/hr | $3,500/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.8 m | 1.8 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1670 m | 1700 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 13 | 690 |
Key takeaways
On published range, the Hawker 900 covers more distance (5,070 km vs 4,890 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Hawker 850XP ($3,400/hr vs $3,500/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Hawker 900 (690 vs 13).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Hawker 850XP or the Hawker 900?
Published seating is 8 for the Hawker 850XP and 8 for the Hawker 900.
Which has longer range, the Hawker 850XP or the Hawker 900?
Published range is 4,890 km for the Hawker 850XP and 5,070 km for the Hawker 900.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Hawker 850XP and the Hawker 900?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $3,400/hr for the Hawker 850XP and $3,500/hr for the Hawker 900.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Hawker 850XP vs the Hawker 900?
EmptyJet currently lists 13 empty-leg offers for the Hawker 850XP and 690 for the Hawker 900. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.