Cessna Citation Longitude vs Dassault Falcon 6x vs Embraer Legacy 650e vs Embraer Praetor 600
The Cessna Citation Longitude and Embraer Praetor 600 sit in the super-midsize class, while the Dassault Falcon 6X and Embraer Legacy 650E are generally positioned in the large-cabin segment (with the 6X being a newer ultra-long-range large-cabin design and the 650E a traditional long-range large-cabin platform). In range terms, the Falcon 6X leads this group with roughly 5,500 nautical miles, enabling many true intercontinental missions. The Legacy 650E follows at about 3,900 nautical miles, suited to long transoceanic routes with a proven, roomy cabin. The Longitude offers about 3,500 nautical miles, covering most North America and many North Atlantic city pairs with fewer passengers than the big-cabin jets. The Praetor 600 is similar in mission length at around 3,300–3,400 nautical miles, competitive for a super-midsize. Typical passenger capacity trends from about 8–10 on the Praetor 600 and Longitude (often marketed up to around 12) to about 12–14 on the Legacy 650E, while the Falcon 6X is commonly configured around 12–16 depending on layout.
| Spec | Cessna Citation Longitude | Dassault Falcon 6X | Embraer Legacy 650E | Embraer Praetor 600 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 5.23 | $ 7.74 | $ 8.41 | $ 6.74 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 17 | 14 | 10 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon | Embraer | Embraer |
| Aircraft Name | Longitude | 6X | Legacy 650E | Praetor 600 |
| Certification | FAA Certified | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3500 | 5500 | 3980 | 4018 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.65 | $ 0.64 | $ 0.70 | $ 0.84 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 10 | 16 | 19 | 12 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 14 | 12 | 8 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,500 | $ 3,845 | $ 3,860 | $ 3,141 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000 | Honeywell Primus EASy III | Honeywell Primus Elite | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 481 | 516 | 458 | 542 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $29,965,000 | $49,500,000 | $26,500,000 | $20,995,000 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | — | 22510 | — |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | No | Yes | No | No |
| Total Seats | 10 | 17 | 14 | 10 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 16 | 19 | 12 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | FWD / AFT | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.7 | 10.2 | 8.4 | 9.7 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 14 | 12 | 8 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 25400 | 29200 | 21650 | 27140 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 3900 | — | 5800 |
| Connectivity | — | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | HTF7700L | PW812D | AE3007A2 | HTF7500E |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | On-Condition | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 19 | ISA + 17 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 18 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 7665 | 14000 | 9020 | 7528 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 1478 | — | 1901 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | — | 1963 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 73.2 | 84.3 | 86.5 | 68.1 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 68.9 | 85.1 | 69.5 | 70.5 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | — | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 6.4 | 8.5 | 6.9 | 6.8 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6 | 6.5 | 6 | 6 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.2 | 40.4 | 42.4 | 24.1 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 19.4 | 24.5 | 22.2 | 21 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 4.1 | 6.3 | 5.2 | 4.7 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 16.5 | 27.5 | 30.3 | 21.3 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 112 | 140 | 286 | 45 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1843 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 110 |