Learjet 40
$8.0M
Learjet 25
$1.3M
Technical Specification Matrix
Performance Metrics
| Parameter | Learjet 40 | Learjet 25 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Range (NBAA IFR) | 1,704 nm | 1,767 nmWinner |
| Max Cruise Speed | Mach 0.81 | Mach 0.82Winner (Speed) |
| Takeoff Distance (SL, ISA, MTOW) | 4,330 ft | 3,850 ftShort Field |
| Max Operating Altitude | 51,000 ft | 51,000 ft |
Cabin Environment
| Max Certified Seating | 7 pax | 8 pax |
| Cabin Width | 5.1 ftWider | 4.9 ft |
| Cabin Altitude @ FL410 | 8,000 ft | 8,000 ft |
Expert Insights
Range & Capability
The Learjet 40 excels in sheer capability with a 1704nm range, making it preferred for extreme ultra-long-haul city pairs, whereas the Learjet 25 counters with 1767nm.
Cabin Architecture
While the Learjet 40 focuses on its 1-zone configuration (5.1ft wide), the Learjet 25 provides 4.9ft of width, offering a distinctly different volumetric feel for passengers.
Technological Edge
The Learjet 40 remains useful to understand because it shaped Bombardier's position in business avia... Both platforms represent the pinnacle of modern fly-by-wire avionics and systems redundancy in the light jet class.
Operating Economics (Est.)
Variable Costs Per Hour
Economic Note
Estimates based on 450 hours annual utilization. The Learjet 25 shows higher fuel efficiency resulting in lower direct variable costs per hour, while both airframes require similar fixed overheads for crew and hangarage.