Hawker 800XP vs PC-24
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Cross-shopping the Hawker Beechcraft Hawker 800XP (introduced 1995) 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. undefined
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Hawker 800XP vs PC-24: the key differences
- The Hawker 800XP delivers 27% more range (Hawker 800XP: 2,540 nm; PC-24: 2,000 nm).
- The Hawker 800XP delivers 2% more cruise speed (Hawker 800XP: 447 kt; PC-24: 440 kt).
- The PC-24 delivers 38% more passenger capacity (Hawker 800XP: 8 seats; PC-24: 11 seats).
- The PC-24 is the newer design (introduced 2018 versus 1995 for the Hawker 800XP), a gap of 23 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 18,960 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 Hawker 800XP when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the PC-24 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Hawker 800XP 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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Hawker 800XP vs PC-24: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Hawker 800XP or the PC-24?
The Hawker 800XP has the longer published range — 2,540 nm versus 2,000 nm for the PC-24.
Does the Hawker 800XP or PC-24 seat more passengers?
The PC-24 carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 11 seats, compared with 8 on the Hawker 800XP.
Which is faster, the Hawker 800XP or the PC-24?
The Hawker 800XP cruises faster, at 447 kt versus 440 kt for the PC-24.
Which is newer, the Hawker 800XP or the PC-24?
The PC-24 is the newer design, introduced in 2018 versus 1995 for the Hawker 800XP.
Is the Hawker 800XP or the PC-24 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Hawker 800XP is the larger aircraft — 28,000 lbs versus 18,960 lbs for the PC-24.
Should I buy the Hawker 800XP or the PC-24?
Choose the Hawker 800XP when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the PC-24 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Hawker 800XP 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 Hawker 800XP 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.