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Cessna Citation Cj3 vs Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Pilatus Pc 24

The Cessna Citation CJ3+ and CJ4 are light jets, with the CJ4 positioned as the larger, longer-legged option. The CJ3+ typically offers around a 2,000‑nautical‑mile class range and is commonly configured for about 6–8 passengers, making it well suited to efficient regional business trips. The CJ4 moves into the upper end of the light-jet segment, generally around a 2,100–2,200‑nautical‑mile class range with seating often about 8–10, giving it more cabin volume and slightly more mission flexibility. The Pilatus PC‑24 is also a light jet, but it stands out for utility and runway flexibility; it typically sits in a roughly 2,000‑nautical‑mile class range and is commonly arranged for about 6–8 passengers, with a design emphasis on operating from shorter or less‑prepared runways compared with many peers. The Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is a super‑midsize jet, substantially larger than the others, typically offering about a 4,000‑nautical‑mile class range and seating commonly around 8–10 (often up to 12), supporting longer nonstop missions with a more spacious cabin.

SpecCessna Citation CJ3+Cessna Citation CJ4Dassault Falcon 2000LXSPilatus PC-24
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 4.05$ 4.37$ 6.38$ 3.71
Min Crew1121
Total Seats99126
ManufacturerCessna CitationCessna CitationDassault FalconPilatus
Aircraft NameCJ3+CJ42000LXSPC-24
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)1898217041552076
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.58$ 0.62$ 0.80$ 0.62
Max Cabin Seats881010
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)55306914182506680
Standard Cabin Seats77106
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,680$ 1,970$ 3,073$ 1,619
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Honeywell Primus EASy IIPilatus ACE (Primus Apex)
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)415440490440
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$9,915,000$11,290,000$35,100,000$11,800,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew1121
Crew RestNoNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNoNo
Total Seats99126
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats881010
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.999.69.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalleyOptional Refreshment Center
Standard Cabin Seats77106
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)23586240052530023500
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelFJ44-3AFJ44-4APW308CFJ44-4A-QPM
TBO (hrs)5000500070005000
Flat RatingISA + 11ISA + 11ISA + 15ISA + 23
Thrust (lbs)2820362170003435
No. of Engines2222
Fuel Burn (lbph)624757
Fuel Capacity (gal)703870
Dimensions
Length (ft)51.253.466.452.2
Wingspan (ft)535070.255.8
Aisle Step (ft)0.40.4Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)4.84.87.75.6
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.86.25.1
Cabin Length (ft)15.717.226.223
Overall Height (ft)15.215.523.217.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.13.16.33.8
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)12.214.817.117
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)6570
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)713190
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024