Aircraft decision guide
Hawker 400XP vs Cessna Citation CJ3
Two regional light-jet profiles: the Hawker 400XP has a squared-oval seated cabin and a reviewed eight-seat tail, while the CJ3 family has a longer published range reference. Check the actual variant and cabin before choosing.
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Direct answer
The practical difference
Start with the passenger and bag count, proposed runway and quoted tail. A reviewed 400XP tail lists 1,333 nm maximum range, while the newer certified CJ3 Gen2 reference reaches 2,040 nm under its own assumptions; these are not matched payload profiles. Ask the direct carrier for exact-tail route calculations, then compare cabin plans and complete written trip prices.
Cabin and performance
The differences that shape the trip
Published model references support initial planning. Variant, completion, payload, weather, reserves and route assumptions differ; confirm every figure for the proposed tail.
Hawker 400XP
Cessna Citation CJ3
- Typical seats
- Hawker 400XP: Typically 7–8 executive passengers; manufacturer references allow up to 9 by layout
- Cessna Citation CJ3: Typically 6 executive seats; up to 8 reference passenger positions by layout
- Cabin length
- Hawker 400XP: 15.6 ft on reviewed tail N400CN
- Cessna Citation CJ3: 15 ft 8 in
- Cabin width
- Hawker 400XP: 4.9 ft on reviewed tail N400CN
- Cessna Citation CJ3: 4 ft 10 in
- Cabin height
- Hawker 400XP: 4.8 ft on reviewed tail N400CN
- Cessna Citation CJ3: 4 ft 9 in
- Standing room
- Hawker 400XP: Compare cabin height with each traveler's standing-room needs
- Cessna Citation CJ3: Compare cabin height with each traveler's standing-room needs
- Lavatory
- Hawker 400XP: Aft belted lavatory in reviewed typical layouts
- Cessna Citation CJ3: Aft lavatory; privacy and approved seating vary by aircraft
- Range
- Hawker 400XP: Up to approximately 1,333 nm on reviewed tail N400CN
- Cessna Citation CJ3: Up to 2,040 nm on the certified CJ3 Gen2 reference
- Cruise speed
- Hawker 400XP: Up to 465 KTAS
- Cessna Citation CJ3: Up to 416 KTAS on the certified CJ3 Gen2 reference
- Runway planning
- Hawker 400XP: Exact-tail takeoff and landing calculation required for both airports
- Cessna Citation CJ3: Exact-tail takeoff and landing calculation required for both airports
- Baggage
- Hawker 400XP: 73 cu ft combined
- Cessna Citation CJ3: 65 cu ft
Specification sources
Figures are model-level planning references from the existing aircraft registry and its reviewed technical sources. Confirm the exact variant, cabin and flight calculation for the proposed aircraft.
- Textron Aviation Media Center: First Hawker 400XP operating on a charter certificate in the United Kingdom (reviewed 2026-08-28)
- Contour Aviation: Hawker 400XP N400CN direct-tail sales sheet (reviewed 2026-08-28)
- Jetcraft: 2010 Hawker 400XP RK-0595 direct-tail specification (reviewed 2026-08-28)
- Duncan Aviation: Business Jet Model/Market Summary — Light Jet reference data (reviewed 2026-08-28)
- Textron Aviation: Citation CJ3 Gen2 FAA type certification and in-service specifications (reviewed 2026-08-28)
Typical charter planning cost
Compare the same payment basis
These current house ranges are per billed flight hour, with a two-hour billable minimum. They are cabin-class planning ranges, not fixed model rate cards, live offers, or whole-trip totals.
Hawker 400XP
Cessna Citation CJ3
- Wire, before taxes and fees
- Hawker 400XP: $4,750–$7,000 / billed flight hour
- Cessna Citation CJ3: $4,750–$7,000 / billed flight hour
- U.S. domestic wire + 7.5% FET
- Hawker 400XP: $5,106–$7,525
- Cessna Citation CJ3: $5,106–$7,525
- U.S. domestic card + 4%, then 7.5% FET
- Hawker 400XP: $5,311–$7,826
- Cessna Citation CJ3: $5,311–$7,826
How the math works
U.S. domestic examples add 7.5% Federal Excise Tax to the displayed hourly transportation range. Paying by card costs 4% more than paying by wire; the card example applies that adjustment before FET. Domestic segment tax and trip-specific positioning, airport, handling, catering, deicing and other charges are not included in these hourly examples.
Mission verdict
Which aircraft fits your trip?
Start with the Hawker 400XP
Consider the 400XP for regional travel when its seated shoulder room, facing-seat layout and available tail fit the party. Verify baggage compartments and the exact tail's approved seating and range.
Start with the Cessna Citation CJ3
Consider the CJ3 when its longer published range reference, positioning or specific interior better fits the route. The certified CJ3 Gen2 reference is not a promise about every CJ3 tail.
Put the aircraft into route context
Charter arranger and carrier disclosure
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Buyer questions
Frequently asked questions
Does the Hawker 400XP have more cabin room than the CJ3?
Which has the longer published range?
How much baggage can each carry?
Are the hourly figures fixed charter rates?
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