Range
1500 NM
Max Speed
Mach 0.7
Capacity
Up to 4
Avionics
Pratt & Whitney Canada
Engines
JT15D-4
Origin
United States
Ref ID: cessna-citation-ii. Subject to prior sale or removal from market.
About The Citation II
The Cessna Citation II 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.
1,500 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to short regional, owner-flown, air taxi, and entry-level private jet missions.
Mach 0.7 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.
JT15D-4 Engines
Twin Pratt & Whitney Canada turbofans define the aircraft's thrust, fuel burn, and maintenance profile.
Spotlight: 1,500 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to short regional, owner-flown, air taxi, and entry-level private jet missions.
Milestones
Program Status
Out of Production
Citation II Specifications
Performance
Max Cruise Speed
403 KTAS
(746 km/h)
Long Range Cruise
350 KTAS
(648 km/h)
Mach Speed
M 0.7
Max Range
1,500 NM
(2,778 km)
Service Ceiling
43,000 FT
(13,106 m)
Climb Rate
3,000 FPM
Takeoff Distance
3,450 FT
(1,052 m)
Landing Distance
2,800 FT
(853 m)
With a maximum range of approximately 1,500 nautical miles and a top operating speed of Mach 0.7, the Citation II is suited to short regional, owner-flown, air taxi, and entry-level private jet 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
Pratt & Whitney Canada
Engine Model
JT15D-4
Engine Type
Turbofan
Thrust Per Engine
2,500 LBF
Engine Count
2
Maintenance Plan
On Condition
Noise Stage
Stage 3/4/5 compliant by configuration
The Citation II is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-4 turbofan engines, each producing about 2,500 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)
15,100 LB
(6,849 kg)
Max Landing Weight
13,900 LB
(6,305 kg)
Max Zero Fuel Weight
11,500 LB
(5,216 kg)
Max Payload
2,200 LB
(998 kg)
Fuel Capacity
5,008 LB
(2,272 kg)
Operating Empty Weight
9,300 LB
(4,218 kg)
Operating weights dictate the structural limits and mission profile of the aircraft. With an MTOW of 15,100 lbs, the Citation II offers a high payload-to-range ratio, allowing operators to carry a full cabin without sacrificing distance.
Citation II Interior
Cabin Specs
Length
15.7 FT
(4.79 m)
Width
4.8 FT
(1.46 m)
Height
4.7 FT
(1.43 m)
The Citation II cabin provides a compact light-jet cabin optimized for single-pilot operations and efficient business travel. Cabin dimensions are approximately 15.7 ft long, 4.8 ft wide, and 4.7 ft high, with seating for up to 8 passengers depending on layout and about 74 cubic feet of baggage capacity.
Operating Economics
Based on an assumed utilization of 350 flight hours annually.
Variable Costs
Fixed Costs
Annual Budget
$0.87M
Estimated Total Spend
Market Leading Operators
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The Cessna Citation II has an estimated new or original list price of about $3.0M. Current market values vary by year, hours, engine status, avionics, inspections, and interior condition.
The Citation II has a maximum range of approximately 1,500 nautical miles under typical published long-range cruise assumptions.
The Citation II can reach a top operating speed of about Mach 0.7, with normal cruise speeds depending on altitude, weight, and mission profile.
Depending on cabin configuration, the Citation II can accommodate up to 8 passengers.