Cessna Citation Longitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000s vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Gulfstream G280"
By category, the Cessna Citation Longitude and Embraer Praetor 600 are typically positioned as super-midsize business jets, while the Gulfstream G280 is also commonly considered a super-midsize with strong long-range capability. The Dassault Falcon 2000S sits a step up as a large-cabin, long-range business jet, emphasizing cabin volume and runway performance rather than maximum range. On range, the Gulfstream G280 generally leads this group with roughly 3,600–3,700 nautical miles, followed closely by the Praetor 600 at about 3,600 nautical miles. The Citation Longitude is usually around 3,500 nautical miles. The Falcon 2000S is shorter-legged than the others at roughly 3,300–3,350 nautical miles, though it compensates with a wider, larger cabin. For passenger capacity, typical executive layouts put all four in the general band of about 8 to 12 passengers. The Longitude and Praetor 600 are commonly configured around 8–10, the G280 around 8–10, and the Falcon 2000S often accommodates 10–12 thanks to its larger-cabin class.
| Spec | Cessna Citation Longitude | Dassault Falcon 2000S | Embraer Praetor 600 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 5.23 | $ 6.63 | $ 6.74 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 12 | 10 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon | Embraer |
| Aircraft Name | Longitude | 2000S | Praetor 600 |
| Certification | FAA Certified | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3500 | 3540 | 4018 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.65 | $ 0.83 | $ 0.84 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 10 | 12 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 10 | 8 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,500 | $ 3,150 | $ 3,141 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000 | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 481 | 490 | 542 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $29,965,000 | $ 26,000,000 | $20,995,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 18250 | — |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 10 | 12 | 10 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 10 | 12 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.7 | 9.6 | 9.7 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 10 | 8 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 25400 | 25300 | 27140 |
| Connectivity | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 5800 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF7700L | PW308C | HTF7500E |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 7000 | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 19 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 18 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7665 | 7000 | 7528 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 1478 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 1963 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 73.2 | 66.4 | 68.1 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 68.9 | 70.2 | 70.5 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 6.4 | 7.7 | 6.8 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6.2 | 6 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | 26.2 | 24.1 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 19.4 | 23.2 | 21 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 4.1 | 6.3 | 4.7 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.5 | 17.1 | 21.3 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 112 | 134 | 45 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1024 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | 110 |