Cessna Citation X vs Dassault Falcon 2000LX
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Cessna Citation X
- For sale now
- 31
- Model years available
- 1996–2017
Dassault Falcon 2000LX
- For sale now
- 8
- Model years available
- 2005–2012
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Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna Citation X | Dassault Falcon 2000LX |
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| Price Range | $5,595,500 – $10,730,000 | $9,395,000 – $13,809,500 |
| Category | Super-Midsize Jet | Large Cabin Jet |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 12 | 10 |
| Cruise Speed | 480 kts (889 km/h) | 482 kts (893 km/h) |
| Range | 3,070 nm (5,686 km) | 4,000 nm (7,408 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 51,000 ft (15,545 m) | 47,000 ft (14,326 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 36,100 lbs (16,375 kg) | 42,800 lbs (19,414 kg) |
| Useful Load | 6,800 lbs (3,084 kg) | 11,000 lbs (4,990 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 1,050.0 gal (3974 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 260.0 GPH (984 L/h) | 280.0 GPH (1060 L/h) |
| TBO | 5,000 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $600,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $500,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $3,800 | — |
| Engines | 2 x Turbofan | 2 x Turbofan |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna Citation X
Fuel$1,430/hr
Variable$3,800/hr
Annual Fixed$500,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$1,260,000/yr
Dassault Falcon 2000LX
Fuel$1,540/hr
Which Should You Buy: Cessna Citation X or Dassault Falcon 2000LX?
Pick the Citation X if…
- Budget matters — from $5,595,500 vs $9,395,000, you save ~$3,799,500.
- More seats — 12 vs 10.
- More inventory — 30 listings vs 8.
Pick the Falcon 2000LX if…
- Faster cruise — 482 kts vs 480 kts.
- Longer range — 4000 nm vs 3070 nm.
- Newer design — production from 2009 vs 1996.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Cessna Citation X or Dassault Falcon 2000LX?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Citation X cruises at 480 kts with 3,070 nm range.
The Falcon 2000LX cruises at 482 kts with 4,000 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna Citation X: from $6,500,000.
Dassault Falcon 2000LX: from $12,995,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna Citation X and Dassault Falcon 2000LX?
Citation X engine: ROLLS-ROYCE AE3007C.
Seats: 12 vs 10.
Cruise: 480 vs 482 kts.
Range: 3070 vs 4000 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Citation X: about $3800/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Citation X: 12 seats / 6,800 lb useful load.
Falcon 2000LX: 10 seats / 11,000 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
Citation X: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$600,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data