Learjet 60XR vs Hawker 800XP
The Learjet 60XR leads, topping 4 of 7 compared metrics.
The Bombardier Aviation Learjet 60XR (introduced 2007) 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. On paper they are closely matched, so the decision usually turns on cabin, economics and availability. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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Learjet 60XR vs Hawker 800XP: the key differences
- The Hawker 800XP delivers 6% more range (Learjet 60XR: 2,405 nm; Hawker 800XP: 2,540 nm).
- The Learjet 60XR delivers 4% more cruise speed (Learjet 60XR: 466 kt; Hawker 800XP: 447 kt).
- The Learjet 60XR and Hawker 800XP are evenly matched on passenger capacity, both at 8 seats.
- The Learjet 60XR is the newer design (introduced 2007 versus 1995 for the Hawker 800XP), a gap of 12 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 23,500 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 60XR 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 60XR when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Learjet 60XR 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 60XR vs Hawker 800XP: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Learjet 60XR or the Hawker 800XP?
The Hawker 800XP has the longer published range — 2,540 nm versus 2,405 nm for the Learjet 60XR.
Which is faster, the Learjet 60XR or the Hawker 800XP?
The Learjet 60XR cruises faster, at 466 kt versus 447 kt for the Hawker 800XP.
Which is newer, the Learjet 60XR or the Hawker 800XP?
The Learjet 60XR is the newer design, introduced in 2007 versus 1995 for the Hawker 800XP.
Is the Learjet 60XR or the Hawker 800XP the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Hawker 800XP is the larger aircraft — 28,000 lbs versus 23,500 lbs for the Learjet 60XR.
Should I buy the Learjet 60XR or the Hawker 800XP?
Choose the Hawker 800XP when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the Learjet 60XR when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Learjet 60XR 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 60XR 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.