Range
3000 NM
Max Speed
Mach 0.82
Capacity
Up to 8
Avionics
Pratt & Whitney Canada
Engines
PW307B
Origin
Canada / United States
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About The Learjet 85
The Learjet 85 is a mid-size business jet from Bombardier's Learjet family. It is an important part of Bombardier's private aviation history, serving owners, corporate flight departments, charter operators, and special mission users with a blend of speed, cabin utility, and proven systems for its generation.
3,000 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to coast-to-coast, transcontinental, and selected international missions.
Mach 0.82 Top Speed
High-speed performance for its class and production era.
Learjet Family Heritage
A notable Bombardier model that helped define the Learjet product line.
PW307B Engines
Twin Pratt & Whitney Canada turbofans shape the aircraft's performance and maintenance profile.
Spotlight: 3,000 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to coast-to-coast, transcontinental, and selected international missions.
Milestones
Program Status
Cancelled Program
Learjet 85 Specifications
Performance
Max Cruise Speed
470 KTAS
(870 km/h)
Long Range Cruise
459 KTAS
(850 km/h)
Mach Speed
M 0.82
Max Range
3,000 NM
(5,556 km)
Service Ceiling
49,000 FT
(14,935 m)
Climb Rate
4,200 FPM
Takeoff Distance
4,800 FT
(1,463 m)
Landing Distance
3,000 FT
(914 m)
With a maximum range of approximately 3,000 nautical miles and a top operating speed of Mach 0.82, the Learjet 85 is designed for coast-to-coast, transcontinental, and selected international missions. Its 49,000 ft service ceiling, published runway performance, and mature support ecosystem make it a relevant aircraft for buyers evaluating capability, acquisition cost, and mission fit.
Powerplant
Engine Manufacturer
Pratt & Whitney Canada
Engine Model
PW307B
Engine Type
Turbofan
Thrust Per Engine
6,100 LBF
Engine Count
2
Maintenance Plan
On Condition
Noise Stage
Stage 3/4 compliant by configuration
The Learjet 85 is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW307B turbofan engines, each rated at approximately 6,100 pounds of thrust. This powerplant pairing defines much of the aircraft's climb, cruise, maintenance, and operating-cost profile, especially for legacy operators comparing engine programs and inspection status.
Operating Weights
MTOW (Max Takeoff)
33,000 LB
(14,969 kg)
Max Landing Weight
28,500 LB
(12,927 kg)
Max Zero Fuel Weight
24,000 LB
(10,886 kg)
Max Payload
3,000 LB
(1,361 kg)
Fuel Capacity
11,500 LB
(5,216 kg)
Operating Empty Weight
21,000 LB
(9,525 kg)
Operating weights dictate the structural limits and mission profile of the aircraft. With an MTOW of 33,000 lbs, the Learjet 85 offers a high payload-to-range ratio, allowing operators to carry a full cabin without sacrificing distance.
Learjet 85 Interior
Cabin Specs
Length
25 FT
(7.62 m)
Width
6.1 FT
(1.86 m)
Height
5.9 FT
(1.80 m)
The Learjet 85 cabin provides a practical midsize cabin with executive seating and useful baggage capacity. Cabin dimensions are approximately 25 ft long, 6.1 ft wide, and 5.9 ft high, with seating for up to 8 passengers depending on layout and about 130 cubic feet of baggage capacity.
Operating Economics
Based on an assumed utilization of 450 flight hours annually.
Variable Costs
Fixed Costs
Annual Budget
$0.00M
Estimated Total Spend
Market Leading Operators
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The Learjet 85 had an estimated new list price of about $20.8M. Current pre-owned values vary significantly by year, total time, engine status, avionics, inspection history, and interior condition.
The Learjet 85 has a maximum range of approximately 3,000 nautical miles under typical published long-range cruise assumptions.
The Learjet 85 can reach a top operating speed of about Mach 0.82, with normal cruise speeds varying by altitude, weight, and mission profile.
Depending on cabin configuration, the Learjet 85 can accommodate up to 8 passengers.