Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Dassault Falcon 2000s vs Embraer Praetor 500
The Cessna Citation Sovereign+ and Embraer Praetor 500 are typically classed as super-midsize business jets, while the Dassault Falcon 2000S is generally considered a large-cabin (or “super” large-cabin) jet. In range, the Praetor 500 usually leads this group at roughly 3,300–3,400 nautical miles, the Sovereign+ follows around 3,000–3,200 nautical miles, and the Falcon 2000S is commonly cited near 3,300–3,350 nautical miles depending on assumptions and reserves, putting it in a similar bracket to the Praetor but with a larger cabin. For passenger capacity, all three are often marketed for about 8–10 passengers in typical executive configurations. The Sovereign+ and Praetor 500 generally seat 8–9 comfortably, with maximum layouts around 10. The Falcon 2000S, benefiting from its wider, longer cabin, is frequently configured for 8–10 as well, but can accommodate higher-density seating (often up to the low-to-mid teens) when outfitted for that mission.
| Spec | Cessna Citation Sovereign+ | Dassault Falcon 2000S | Embraer Praetor 500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 6.02 | $ 6.63 | $ 6.02 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 11 | 12 | 9 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon | Embraer |
| Aircraft Name | Sovereign + | 2000S | Praetor 500 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 3138 | 3540 | 3340 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.67 | $ 0.83 | $ 0.86 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 10 | 9 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 12790 | 18250 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 10 | 7 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,699 | $ 3,150 | $ 2,779 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G5000 | Honeywell Primus EASy II | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 458 | 490 | 466 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $19,730,000 | $ 26,000,000 | $16,995,000 |
| 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 | 11 | 12 | 9 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 12 | 10 | 9 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.3 | 9.6 | 9.7 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 9 | 10 | 7 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 25230 | 25300 | 27110 |
| Connectivity | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 5800 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | PW306D | PW308C | HTF7500E |
| TBO (hrs) | 6000 | 7000 | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 16 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 18 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 5907 | 7000 | 6540 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 1700 | — | — |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 63.5 | 66.4 | 64.6 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 72.4 | 70.2 | 70.5 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.7 | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.5 | 7.7 | 6.9 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 5.7 | 6.2 | 6 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 25.3 | 26.2 | 20.6 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 20.4 | 23.2 | 21.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.9 | 6.3 | 4.7 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 17.4 | 17.1 | 17.4 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 100 | — | 110 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 35 | 134 | 40 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1024 | — |