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Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Dassault Falcon 10x vs Embraer Praetor 600

The Cessna Citation CJ4 is a light jet optimized for efficient short-to-medium missions, typically offering around 4 passengers in a standard layout (often up to about 7–8 in denser configurations) and a range of roughly 2,000 nautical miles. The Embraer Praetor 600 sits in the midsize/super-midsize class, providing a larger cabin and typically seating about 8–12 passengers, with transcontinental capability around 4,000 nautical miles. The Dassault Falcon 10X is an ultra-long-range, large-cabin flagship designed for intercontinental flying, generally accommodating about 12–19 passengers depending on configuration, with a stated range around 7,500 nautical miles. In practical terms, the CJ4 best fits regional trips and smaller groups, the Praetor 600 targets longer nonstop routes with more passengers and comfort, and the Falcon 10X is built for the longest missions, the largest cabins, and the most flexible high-end layouts.

SpecCessna Citation CJ4Dassault Falcon 10XEmbraer Praetor 600
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 4.37$ 6.74
Min Crew122
Total Seats91710
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault FalconEmbraer
Aircraft NameCJ410XPraetor 600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)217075054018
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.62$ 0.84
Max Cabin Seats81612
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)691436900
Standard Cabin Seats7148
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,970$2,770$ 3,141
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21Digital Flight Control SystemRockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)440516542
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$11,290,000$ 75,000,000$20,995,000
Aircraft TypeBusiness Jet
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew12
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats910
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats812
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)99.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats78
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400527140
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelFJ44-4AHTF7500E
TBO (hrs)5000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 11ISA + 18
Thrust (lbs)36217528
No. of Engines22
Fuel Burn (lbph)757
Fuel Capacity (gal)8701963
Dimensions
Length (ft)53.468.1
Wingspan (ft)5070.5
Aisle Step (ft)0.4Flat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)4.86.8
Cabin Height (ft)4.86
Cabin Length (ft)17.224.1
Overall Height (ft)15.521
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.14.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)14.821.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)70110
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)745