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Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Dassault Falcon 2000s vs Embraer Praetor 600

The Cessna Citation Sovereign+ and Embraer Praetor 600 are typically positioned in the super-midsize category, while the Dassault Falcon 2000S is generally considered a larger, “large-cabin” jet. In range, the Sovereign+ is commonly quoted around 3,200 nautical miles, the Praetor 600 about 4,000 nautical miles, and the Falcon 2000S roughly 3,350 nautical miles, with real-world capability varying by load, winds, and reserves. For passenger capacity, all three are usually marketed around 8 to 12 passengers in typical executive layouts. The Sovereign+ often seats about 8 to 9 passengers comfortably; the Praetor 600 is frequently configured for about 8 to 10; and the Falcon 2000S commonly accommodates about 8 to 10 in a roomier cabin, with higher maximum certified seating possible depending on configuration. Overall, the Praetor 600 tends to lead on range, the Falcon 2000S on cabin size, and the Sovereign+ on a straightforward super-midsize mission profile.

SpecCessna Citation Sovereign+Dassault Falcon 2000SEmbraer Praetor 600
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.02$ 6.63$ 6.74
Min Crew222
Total Seats111210
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault FalconEmbraer
Aircraft NameSovereign +2000SPraetor 600
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)313835404018
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.67$ 0.83$ 0.84
Max Cabin Seats121012
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1279018250
Standard Cabin Seats9108
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,699$ 3,150$ 3,141
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Honeywell Primus EASy IIRockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)458490542
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$19,730,000$ 26,000,000$20,995,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats111210
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats121012
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.39.69.7
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats9108
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)252302530027140
ConnectivityGogo AVANCE L5
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5800
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW306DPW308CHTF7500E
TBO (hrs)60007000On-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 16ISA + 15ISA + 18
Thrust (lbs)590770007528
No. of Engines222
Fuel Capacity (gal)17001963
Dimensions
Length (ft)63.566.468.1
Wingspan (ft)72.470.270.5
Aisle Step (ft)0.7Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)5.57.76.8
Cabin Height (ft)5.76.26
Cabin Length (ft)25.326.224.1
Overall Height (ft)20.423.221
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.96.34.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)17.417.121.3
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100110
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)3513445
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024