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Citation X

Citation X
Starting List Price

$22.0M

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Global 6000

Global 6000
Starting List Price

$62.0M

Technical Specification Matrix

Preferred Metric
speed

Performance Metrics

ParameterCitation XGlobal 6000
Max Range (NBAA IFR)3,070 nm
6,000 nmWinner
Max Cruise SpeedMach 0.92Winner (Speed)
Mach 0.89
Takeoff Distance (SL, ISA, MTOW)5,140 ftShort Field
6,476 ft
Max Operating Altitude51,000 ft51,000 ft
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Cabin Environment

Max Certified Seating12 pax17 pax
Cabin Width5.5 ft
7.9 ftWider
Cabin Altitude @ FL4107,000 ft
4,500 ftLower Altitude

Expert Insights

Range & Capability

The Citation X excels in sheer capability with a 3070nm range, making it preferred for extreme ultra-long-haul city pairs, whereas the Global 6000 counters with 6000nm.

Cabin Architecture

While the Citation X focuses on its 2-zone configuration (5.5ft wide), the Global 6000 provides 7.9ft of width, offering a distinctly different volumetric feel for passengers.

Technological Edge

The Cessna Citation X is an important Citation model because it balances usable range, approachable ... Both platforms represent the pinnacle of modern fly-by-wire avionics and systems redundancy in the long range class.

Operating Economics (Est.)

Variable Costs Per Hour

Citation X$3,396/hr
Global 6000$5,441/hr

Economic Note

Estimates based on 450 hours annual utilization. The Citation X shows higher fuel efficiency resulting in lower direct variable costs per hour, while both airframes require similar fixed overheads for crew and hangarage.