Range
2300 NM
Max Speed
Mach 0.83
Capacity
Up to 4
Avionics
Honeywell
Engines
TFE731-3B
Origin
United States
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About The Citation III
The Cessna Citation III 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.
2,300 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to regional business, owner-flown, and short transcontinental missions.
Mach 0.83 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.
TFE731-3B Engines
Twin Honeywell turbofans define the aircraft's thrust, fuel burn, and maintenance profile.
Spotlight: 2,300 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to regional business, owner-flown, and short transcontinental missions.
Milestones
Program Status
Out of Production
Citation III Specifications
Performance
Max Cruise Speed
472 KTAS
(874 km/h)
Long Range Cruise
430 KTAS
(796 km/h)
Mach Speed
M 0.83
Max Range
2,300 NM
(4,260 km)
Service Ceiling
51,000 FT
(15,545 m)
Climb Rate
3,500 FPM
Takeoff Distance
5,000 FT
(1,524 m)
Landing Distance
3,300 FT
(1,006 m)
With a maximum range of approximately 2,300 nautical miles and a top operating speed of Mach 0.83, the Citation III 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
Honeywell
Engine Model
TFE731-3B
Engine Type
Turbofan
Thrust Per Engine
3,650 LBF
Engine Count
2
Maintenance Plan
On Condition
Noise Stage
Stage 3/4/5 compliant by configuration
The Citation III is powered by two Honeywell TFE731-3B turbofan engines, each producing about 3,650 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)
22,000 LB
(9,979 kg)
Max Landing Weight
18,500 LB
(8,391 kg)
Max Zero Fuel Weight
15,800 LB
(7,167 kg)
Max Payload
2,600 LB
(1,179 kg)
Fuel Capacity
7,740 LB
(3,511 kg)
Operating Empty Weight
13,200 LB
(5,987 kg)
Operating weights dictate the structural limits and mission profile of the aircraft. With an MTOW of 22,000 lbs, the Citation III offers a high payload-to-range ratio, allowing operators to carry a full cabin without sacrificing distance.
Citation III Interior
Cabin Specs
Length
18.6 FT
(5.67 m)
Width
5.5 FT
(1.68 m)
Height
5.7 FT
(1.74 m)
The Citation III cabin provides a stand-up midsize cabin with executive seating, work tables, and practical baggage capacity. Cabin dimensions are approximately 18.6 ft long, 5.5 ft wide, and 5.7 ft high, with seating for up to 9 passengers depending on layout and about 61 cubic feet of baggage capacity.
Operating Economics
Based on an assumed utilization of 350 flight hours annually.
Variable Costs
Fixed Costs
Annual Budget
$1.10M
Estimated Total Spend
Market Leading Operators
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The Cessna Citation III has an estimated new or original list price of about $8.1M. Current market values vary by year, hours, engine status, avionics, inspections, and interior condition.
The Citation III has a maximum range of approximately 2,300 nautical miles under typical published long-range cruise assumptions.
The Citation III can reach a top operating speed of about Mach 0.83, with normal cruise speeds depending on altitude, weight, and mission profile.
Depending on cabin configuration, the Citation III can accommodate up to 9 passengers.