Learjet 45XR vs Hawker 800XP
The Learjet 45XR leads, topping 5 of 7 compared metrics.
The Bombardier Aviation Learjet 45XR (introduced 2004) and the Hawker Beechcraft Hawker 800XP (introduced 1995) are two aircraft buyers regularly weigh against each other. Both are business jets, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is range, where the Hawker 800XP has the advantage. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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Learjet 45XR vs Hawker 800XP: the key differences
- The Hawker 800XP delivers 27% more range (Learjet 45XR: 2,000 nm; Hawker 800XP: 2,540 nm).
- The Learjet 45XR delivers 4% more cruise speed (Learjet 45XR: 464 kt; Hawker 800XP: 447 kt).
- The Learjet 45XR delivers 13% more passenger capacity (Learjet 45XR: 9 seats; Hawker 800XP: 8 seats).
- The Learjet 45XR is the newer design (introduced 2004 versus 1995 for the Hawker 800XP), a gap of 9 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The Hawker 800XP is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (28,000 lbs versus 21,500 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
Both aircraft are built for transcontinental missions, so outright range rarely separates them — the call leans on cabin (the Learjet 45XR seats more), trip economics and what is actually available on the market. Match the airframe to how you fly most weeks, not to the headline range figure.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hawker 800XP when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the Learjet 45XR when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Learjet 45XR holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
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Learjet 45XR vs Hawker 800XP: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Learjet 45XR or the Hawker 800XP?
The Hawker 800XP has the longer published range — 2,540 nm versus 2,000 nm for the Learjet 45XR.
Does the Learjet 45XR or Hawker 800XP seat more passengers?
The Learjet 45XR carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 9 seats, compared with 8 on the Hawker 800XP.
Which is faster, the Learjet 45XR or the Hawker 800XP?
The Learjet 45XR cruises faster, at 464 kt versus 447 kt for the Hawker 800XP.
Which is newer, the Learjet 45XR or the Hawker 800XP?
The Learjet 45XR is the newer design, introduced in 2004 versus 1995 for the Hawker 800XP.
Is the Learjet 45XR or the Hawker 800XP the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Hawker 800XP is the larger aircraft — 28,000 lbs versus 21,500 lbs for the Learjet 45XR.
Should I buy the Learjet 45XR or the Hawker 800XP?
Choose the Hawker 800XP when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the Learjet 45XR when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Learjet 45XR holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
Still weighing up the Learjet 45XR vs Hawker 800XP?
Specs only take you so far. Our advisors give an independent recommendation based on your mission, budget and how you actually fly — and represent your side through to purchase.