Cessna Citation Cj3 vs Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Cessna Citation M2 vs Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Piper M600 Sls
The Cessna Citation M2 is the entry-level light jet in this group, typically carrying about 4–6 passengers with roughly 1,000–1,500 nm range. The CJ3+ is a larger light jet, commonly 6–8 passengers, with about 1,800–2,100 nm range, while the CJ4 stretches the light-jet concept further, usually 7–9 passengers and roughly 2,000–2,200 nm. The Citation XLS+ sits in the midsize-light category, favoring cabin comfort over maximum range, generally 7–9 passengers and about 1,700–2,100 nm. The Citation Sovereign+ is the true midsize step-up here, typically 8–10 passengers with about 2,800–3,200 nm range. The Daher TBM 960 and Piper M600 SLS are high-performance single-engine turboprops; they usually seat 4–6 and 4–5 passengers respectively, with ranges commonly around 1,300–1,700 nm (TBM) and 1,200–1,500 nm (M600). The Pilatus PC-12 NGX is a larger, utility-oriented single-engine turboprop, often 6–9 passengers with about 1,500–1,800 nm range.
| Spec | Cessna Citation CJ3+ | Cessna Citation CJ4 | Cessna Citation M2 | Cessna Citation Sovereign+ | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Daher TBM 960 | Pilatus PC-12 NGX | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.05 | $ 4.37 | $ 3.45 | $ 6.02 | $ 5.34 | $ 2.25 | $ 2.78 | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 9 | 8 | 11 | 10 | 6 | 8 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Daher TBM | Pilatus | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | CJ3+ | CJ4 | M2 | Sovereign + | XLS+ | TBM 960 | PC-12 NGX | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1898 | 2170 | 1400 | 3138 | 1906 | 1730 | 1803 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.58 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.58 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.56 | $ 0.46 | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 7 | 12 | 9 | — | 9 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 5530 | 6914 | 3810 | 12790 | 7540 | 2908 | — | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,680 | $ 1,970 | $ 1,395 | $ 2,699 | $ 2,303 | $ 744 | $ 793 | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 | Garmin G5000 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 | Honeywell Primus Apex | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 415 | 440 | 404 | 458 | 430 | 330 | 290 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $9,915,000 | $11,290,000 | $5,150,000 | $19,730,000 | $15,500,000 | $4,450,000 | $5,350,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | — | — | — | IFR | IFR | IFR |
| Aircraft Type | — | — | — | — | — | Turbo Prop | — | — |
| Cabin | ||||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No | Optional | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No | No | — | — | — |
| Jump Seat | No | No | No | No | No | — | — | — |
| Total Seats | 9 | 9 | 8 | 11 | 10 | 6 | 8 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — | FWD | FWD | MID | — | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 | 7 | 12 | 9 | — | 9 | — |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT | — | FWD | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.9 | 9 | 8.5 | 9.3 | 9.3 | 6.2 | 5.8 | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | No | Galley | Galley | — | No | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23586 | 24005 | 22027 | 25230 | 25230 | 14390 | 13100 | 12600 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | — | — | — | Yes | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 8644 |
| Engine | ||||||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | FJ44-3A | FJ44-4A | FJ44-1AP-21 | PW306D | PW545C | TBM 960 | PT6E-67XP | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 5000 | 3500 | 6000 | 5000 | 3500 | 5000 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 11 | ISA + 11 | ISA + 7 | ISA + 16 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 49 | ISA + 35 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 2820 | 3621 | 1965 | 5907 | 4119 | — | — | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | — | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 624 | 757 | 516 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 703 | 870 | 492 | 1700 | — | — | — | 260 |
| Horsepower | — | — | — | — | — | 850 | 1200 | 600 |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | — | — | — | — | — | 402 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||||||
| Length (ft) | 51.2 | 53.4 | 42.6 | 63.5 | 52.5 | 35.3 | 47.25 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 53 | 50 | 47.3 | 72.4 | 56.3 | 42.1 | 53.33 | 43.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.7 | 0.7 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 4 | 5 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 5.7 | 5.7 | 4.1 | 4.9 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.7 | 17.2 | 11 | 25.3 | 18.5 | 13.4 | 16.9 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15.2 | 15.5 | 14 | 20.4 | 17.2 | — | 14 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.9 | 3.9 | — | 4.25 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 12.2 | 14.8 | 8.8 | 17.4 | 14.3 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 65 | 70 | 46 | 100 | 80 | — | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 7 | — | 35 | 10 | — | 40 | 20 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | — | — | 123 | — | 165 |