Cessna Citation Cj3 vs Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Cessna Citation Xls
The Cessna Citation CJ3+ and CJ4 are light jets, while the Citation XLS+ is typically positioned as a midsize jet (often described as “super light” by some operators), and the Citation Latitude is a super-midsize jet. In range, the CJ3+ is the shortest-legged of the group at roughly about 2,000 nautical miles, the XLS+ is similar-to-slightly longer at around 2,100 nautical miles, the CJ4 steps up to about 2,100–2,200 nautical miles, and the Latitude leads with approximately 2,700 nautical miles, making it better suited to longer nonstop missions. For passenger capacity, the CJ3+ is commonly configured for about 6 to 9 passengers, the CJ4 for about 8 to 10, the XLS+ for about 8 to 9 (sometimes up to 10 depending on layout), and the Latitude generally for about 8 to 12. Exact figures vary with year, options, reserves, payload, and cabin configuration.
| Spec | Cessna Citation CJ3+ | Cessna Citation CJ4 | Cessna Citation Latitude | Cessna Citation XLS+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.05 | $ 4.37 | $ 6.80 | $ 5.34 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation |
| Aircraft Name | CJ3+ | CJ4 | Latitude | XLS+ |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1898 | 2170 | 2731 | 1906 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.58 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.85 | $ 0.67 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 5530 | 6914 | 12394 | 7540 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,680 | $ 1,970 | $ 2,936 | $ 2,303 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G5000 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 415 | 440 | 458 | 430 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $9,915,000 | $11,290,000 | $19,305,000 | $15,500,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | No | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.9 | 9 | 9.7 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23586 | 24005 | 26800 | 25230 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 5,950 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-3A | FJ44-4A | PW306D1 | PW545C |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 5000 | 6000 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 11 | ISA + 11 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 2820 | 3621 | 5907 | 4119 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 624 | 757 | 1114 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 703 | 870 | 1700 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 51.2 | 53.4 | 62 | 52.5 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 53 | 50 | 72.3 | 56.3 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | 0.4 | Flat Floor | 0.7 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 4.8 | 6.4 | 5.5 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 4.8 | 6 | 5.7 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.7 | 17.2 | 21.8 | 18.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15.2 | 15.5 | 20.9 | 17.2 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 3.1 | 4.4 | 3.9 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 12.2 | 14.8 | 15.9 | 14.3 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 65 | 70 | 100 | 80 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 7 | 27 | 10 |