Citation CJ4 Gen2 vs PC-24
The Citation CJ4 Gen2 leads, topping 4 of 7 compared metrics.
Cross-shopping the Cessna / Textron Aviation Citation CJ4 Gen2 (introduced 2023) against the Pilatus Aircraft PC-24 (introduced 2018) 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 PC-24 carries more passengers. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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Citation CJ4 Gen2 vs PC-24: the key differences
- The Citation CJ4 Gen2 delivers 8% more range (Citation CJ4 Gen2: 2,165 nm; PC-24: 2,000 nm).
- The Citation CJ4 Gen2 delivers 3% more cruise speed (Citation CJ4 Gen2: 451 kt; PC-24: 440 kt).
- The PC-24 delivers 10% more passenger capacity (Citation CJ4 Gen2: 10 seats; PC-24: 11 seats).
- The Citation CJ4 Gen2 is the newer design (introduced 2023 versus 2018 for the PC-24), a gap of 5 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The PC-24 is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (18,960 lbs versus 17,110 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 PC-24 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 CJ4 Gen2 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the PC-24 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Citation CJ4 Gen2 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 CJ4 Gen2 vs PC-24: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Citation CJ4 Gen2 or the PC-24?
The Citation CJ4 Gen2 has the longer published range — 2,165 nm versus 2,000 nm for the PC-24.
Does the Citation CJ4 Gen2 or PC-24 seat more passengers?
The PC-24 carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 11 seats, compared with 10 on the Citation CJ4 Gen2.
Which is faster, the Citation CJ4 Gen2 or the PC-24?
The Citation CJ4 Gen2 cruises faster, at 451 kt versus 440 kt for the PC-24.
Which is newer, the Citation CJ4 Gen2 or the PC-24?
The Citation CJ4 Gen2 is the newer design, introduced in 2023 versus 2018 for the PC-24.
Is the Citation CJ4 Gen2 or the PC-24 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the PC-24 is the larger aircraft — 18,960 lbs versus 17,110 lbs for the Citation CJ4 Gen2.
Should I buy the Citation CJ4 Gen2 or the PC-24?
Choose the Citation CJ4 Gen2 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the PC-24 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Citation CJ4 Gen2 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 CJ4 Gen2 vs PC-24?
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.