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Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Embraer Praetor 500

The Cessna Citation Sovereign+ and Embraer Praetor 500 are typically positioned in the super‑midsize category, while the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is a larger, long‑range large‑cabin business jet. In range, the Praetor 500 generally leads this group among the super‑midsize options at roughly 3,300–3,400 nautical miles, edging the Sovereign+ at about 3,000 nautical miles, while the Falcon 2000LXS sits in a similar ballpark at roughly 4,000 nautical miles, depending on mission profile and payload. For passenger capacity, the Sovereign+ and Praetor 500 are commonly configured for around 8–9 passengers, with maximum seating sometimes reaching about 12 in high‑density layouts. The Falcon 2000LXS, benefiting from its larger cabin, is more often arranged for about 8–10 passengers in typical executive configurations, with higher maximum seating possible depending on interior layout. Overall, the Falcon 2000LXS emphasizes cabin volume and comfort, while the Sovereign+ and Praetor 500 emphasize efficient super‑midsize performance, with the Praetor generally offering the longest range of the two.

SpecCessna Citation Sovereign+Dassault Falcon 2000LXSEmbraer Praetor 500
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.02$ 6.38$ 6.02
Min Crew222
Total Seats11129
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault FalconEmbraer
Aircraft NameSovereign +2000LXSPraetor 500
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)313841553340
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.80$ 0.86
Max Cabin Seats12109
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1279018250
Standard Cabin Seats9107
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,699$ 3,073$ 2,779
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Honeywell Primus EASy IIRockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)458490466
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$19,730,000$35,100,000$16,995,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats11129
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats12109
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.39.69.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats9107
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)252302530027110
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW306DPW308CHTF7500E
TBO (hrs)60007000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 16ISA + 15ISA + 18
Thrust (lbs)590770006540
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)1700
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.566.464.6
Wingspan (ft)72.470.270.5
Aisle Step (ft)0.7Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.57.76.9
Cabin Height (ft)5.76.26
Cabin Length (ft)25.326.220.6
Overall Height (ft)20.423.221.1
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.96.34.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.417.117.4
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100110
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)3513140
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024