Range
2040 NM
Max Speed
Mach 0.737
Capacity
Up to 4
Avionics
Williams International
Engines
FJ44-3A
Origin
United States
Ref ID: cessna-citation-cj3-gen2. Subject to prior sale or removal from market.
About The Citation CJ3 Gen2
The Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 is part of Textron Aviation's Cessna Citation family, one of the most successful business jet product lines in history. It is designed around practical ownership economics, dependable systems, and mission flexibility for private owners, corporate flight departments, charter operators, and fractional providers.
2,040 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to regional business, owner-flown, and short transcontinental missions.
Mach 0.737 Top Speed
Cruise performance aligned with the aircraft's Citation class and mission profile.
Citation Ownership Economics
Designed around practical maintenance, strong parts support, and broad pilot familiarity.
FJ44-3A Engines
Twin Williams International turbofans define the aircraft's thrust, fuel burn, and maintenance profile.
Spotlight: 2,040 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to regional business, owner-flown, and short transcontinental missions.
Milestones
Program Status
Active Production
Citation CJ3 Gen2 Specifications
Performance
Max Cruise Speed
416 KTAS
(770 km/h)
Long Range Cruise
390 KTAS
(722 km/h)
Mach Speed
M 0.737
Max Range
2,040 NM
(3,778 km)
Service Ceiling
45,000 FT
(13,716 m)
Climb Rate
4,478 FPM
Takeoff Distance
3,180 FT
(969 m)
Landing Distance
2,770 FT
(844 m)
With a maximum range of approximately 2,040 nautical miles and a top operating speed of Mach 0.737, the Citation CJ3 Gen2 is suited to regional business, owner-flown, and short transcontinental missions. Its runway performance, service ceiling, and Citation operating simplicity make it especially relevant for buyers comparing acquisition cost, dispatch reliability, and real-world trip capability.
Powerplant
Engine Manufacturer
Williams International
Engine Model
FJ44-3A
Engine Type
Turbofan
Thrust Per Engine
2,820 LBF
Engine Count
2
Maintenance Plan
On Condition
Noise Stage
Stage 3/4/5 compliant by configuration
The Citation CJ3 Gen2 is powered by two Williams International FJ44-3A turbofan engines, each producing about 2,820 pounds of thrust. The engine choice is central to the aircraft's fuel burn, climb performance, maintenance planning, and appeal in both owner-flown and professionally crewed operations.
Operating Weights
MTOW (Max Takeoff)
13,870 LB
(6,291 kg)
Max Landing Weight
12,500 LB
(5,670 kg)
Max Zero Fuel Weight
10,700 LB
(4,853 kg)
Max Payload
1,970 LB
(894 kg)
Fuel Capacity
4,710 LB
(2,136 kg)
Operating Empty Weight
8,540 LB
(3,874 kg)
Operating weights dictate the structural limits and mission profile of the aircraft. With an MTOW of 13,870 lbs, the Citation CJ3 Gen2 offers a high payload-to-range ratio, allowing operators to carry a full cabin without sacrificing distance.
Citation CJ3 Gen2 Interior
Cabin Specs
Length
15.8 FT
(4.82 m)
Width
4.8 FT
(1.46 m)
Height
4.8 FT
(1.46 m)
The Citation CJ3 Gen2 cabin provides a compact light-jet cabin optimized for single-pilot operations and efficient business travel. Cabin dimensions are approximately 15.8 ft long, 4.8 ft wide, and 4.8 ft high, with seating for up to 9 passengers depending on layout and about 65 cubic feet of baggage capacity.
Operating Economics
Based on an assumed utilization of 350 flight hours annually.
Variable Costs
Fixed Costs
Annual Budget
$1.01M
Estimated Total Spend
Market Leading Operators
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The Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 has an estimated new or original list price of about $11.0M. Current market values vary by year, hours, engine status, avionics, inspections, and interior condition.
The Citation CJ3 Gen2 has a maximum range of approximately 2,040 nautical miles under typical published long-range cruise assumptions.
The Citation CJ3 Gen2 can reach a top operating speed of about Mach 0.737, with normal cruise speeds depending on altitude, weight, and mission profile.
Depending on cabin configuration, the Citation CJ3 Gen2 can accommodate up to 9 passengers.