Citation CJ2+ vs Hawker 400XP
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Cross-shopping the Cessna / Textron Aviation Citation CJ2+ (introduced 2006) against the Hawker Beechcraft Hawker 400XP (introduced 2003) is a common decision, and the two sit closer on paper than the badges suggest. Both are business jets, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is cabin capacity, where the Hawker 400XP carries more passengers. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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Citation CJ2+ vs Hawker 400XP: the key differences
- The Citation CJ2+ delivers 13% more range (Citation CJ2+: 1,613 nm; Hawker 400XP: 1,430 nm).
- The Hawker 400XP delivers 8% more cruise speed (Citation CJ2+: 418 kt; Hawker 400XP: 450 kt).
- The Hawker 400XP delivers 14% more passenger capacity (Citation CJ2+: 7 seats; Hawker 400XP: 8 seats).
- The Citation CJ2+ is the newer design (introduced 2006 versus 2003 for the Hawker 400XP), a gap of 3 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The Hawker 400XP is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (16,500 lbs versus 12,500 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 regional and short-to-medium legs, so outright range rarely separates them — the call leans on cabin (the Hawker 400XP 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 Citation CJ2+ when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the Hawker 400XP when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Hawker 400XP 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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Citation CJ2+ vs Hawker 400XP: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Citation CJ2+ or the Hawker 400XP?
The Citation CJ2+ has the longer published range — 1,613 nm versus 1,430 nm for the Hawker 400XP.
Does the Citation CJ2+ or Hawker 400XP seat more passengers?
The Hawker 400XP carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 8 seats, compared with 7 on the Citation CJ2+.
Which is faster, the Citation CJ2+ or the Hawker 400XP?
The Hawker 400XP cruises faster, at 450 kt versus 418 kt for the Citation CJ2+.
Which is newer, the Citation CJ2+ or the Hawker 400XP?
The Citation CJ2+ is the newer design, introduced in 2006 versus 2003 for the Hawker 400XP.
Is the Citation CJ2+ or the Hawker 400XP the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Hawker 400XP is the larger aircraft — 16,500 lbs versus 12,500 lbs for the Citation CJ2+.
Should I buy the Citation CJ2+ or the Hawker 400XP?
Choose the Citation CJ2+ when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the Hawker 400XP when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Hawker 400XP 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 Citation CJ2+ vs Hawker 400XP?
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.