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Citation M2 Gen2

The Cessna Citation M2 is an entry-level light business jet bridging the Citation Mustang and the CJ series. Powered by twin Williams FJ44-1AP-21 engines and equipped with the Garmin G3000 avionics suite, it is single-pilot certified and seats up to seven. The Gen2 update modernizes the cabin and cockpit while retaining the M2's reputation for low operating costs and easy handling.

  • Entry-level light jet, single-pilot certified
  • Williams FJ44-1AP-21 engines
  • Garmin G3000 touchscreen avionics
  • Cruise speed around 404 ktas
  • Seats up to 7 with a flat-floor cabin
  • Low operating costs for the light-jet class
Cessna / Textron Aviation Citation M2 Gen2

Citation M2 Gen2 key specifications

Range
1,550 nm
Cruise speed
404 kts
Passengers
up to 7
Max take-off weight
10,700 lb
Engines
2 × Turbofan
Overview

About the Citation M2 Gen2

Introduced in 2013 in the United States, the Cessna / Textron Aviation Citation M2 Gen2 is a business jet from the Citation CJ family built for private and corporate travel that values cabin comfort and speed. It is a current-generation design.

On performance, it offers a maximum range of about 1,550 nautical miles and a cruise of roughly 404 knots. It seats up to 7 passengers and is powered by 2 Williams FJ44-1AP-21 engines.

Its 1,550 nm range makes it well matched to regional and short-to-medium legs. It is certified for single-pilot operation and is approved for IFR flight. For buyers weighing the Citation M2 Gen2, compare its specifications and operating profile against the closest alternatives below before requesting a quote.

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At a glance

Performance

Max Range
1,550 nm
Cruise Speed
404 kt
Max Seats
7
MTOW
10,700 lbs

Full specifications

Operator and certification details for the Citation M2 Gen2, plus the complete performance, dimensions, weights and powerplant sheet — free with an account.

Country of Origin
United States
Engines
2 × Turbofan
Engine Model
Williams FJ44-1AP-21
IFR Certified
Yes
Single-Pilot
Yes

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Value & depreciation

How a business jet like the Citation M2 Gen2 typically holds value — indicative, class-typical retention of a new example against age. Run your own year and hours in the valuation calculator for a specific estimate.

At 5 years
~73%
of typical new value retained
At 10 years
~54%
of typical new value retained
At 15 years
~40%
of typical new value retained

Indicative only — actual value depends on hours, maintenance-program status, avionics, condition and the current market.

Pricing & seller quotes

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Five-year ROI projection
Revenue, EBITDA, equity, ROI, NPV & IRR modelled out five years.
Charter profitability
Private, hybrid and full-charter scenarios side by side.
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Acquisition, cost/hour and ROI across multiple types.

How the Citation M2 Gen2 compares

Side by side with the most similar business jets.

Performance
Range
1,550 nm
1,613 nm
1,437 nm
1,178 nm
Cruise speed
404 kt
418 kt
422 kt
390 kt
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Service ceiling
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Capacity & dimensions
Max seats
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6
7
Crew
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Max takeoff weight
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12,500 lbs
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Length
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Cabin height
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Powerplant
Engines
2 × Turbofan
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2 × Turbofan
Engine model
Williams FJ44-1AP-21
Williams FJ44-3A-24
GE Honda HF120
Pratt & Whitney Canada PW617F-E

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