SR22 vs SR22T
The SR22T leads, topping 5 of 7 compared metrics.
Cross-shopping the Cirrus Aircraft SR22 (introduced 2001) against the Cirrus Aircraft SR22T (introduced 2009) is a common decision, and the two sit closer on paper than the badges suggest. Both are piston singles, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. On paper they are closely matched, so the decision usually turns on cabin, economics and availability. undefined
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SR22 vs SR22T: the key differences
- The SR22T delivers 1% more range (SR22: 1,015 nm; SR22T: 1,021 nm).
- The SR22T delivers 17% more cruise speed (SR22: 183 kt; SR22T: 214 kt).
- The SR22 and SR22T are evenly matched on passenger capacity, both at 4 seats.
- The SR22T is the newer design (introduced 2009 versus 2001 for the SR22), a gap of 8 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The SR22T is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (3,600 lbs versus 3,400 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 regional and short-to-medium legs, so outright range rarely separates them — the call leans on cabin (the SR22 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 SR22T when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the SR22 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the SR22T 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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SR22 vs SR22T: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the SR22 or the SR22T?
The SR22T has the longer published range — 1,021 nm versus 1,015 nm for the SR22.
Which is faster, the SR22 or the SR22T?
The SR22T cruises faster, at 214 kt versus 183 kt for the SR22.
Which is newer, the SR22 or the SR22T?
The SR22T is the newer design, introduced in 2009 versus 2001 for the SR22.
Is the SR22 or the SR22T the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the SR22T is the larger aircraft — 3,600 lbs versus 3,400 lbs for the SR22.
Should I buy the SR22 or the SR22T?
Choose the SR22T when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the SR22 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the SR22T 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 SR22 vs SR22T?
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.