Hawker 800 vs Learjet 60

The Learjet 60 and the Hawker 800 are two midsize jets with different characters — the fast Learjet 60 and the roomy Hawker 800. The Learjet 60 brings speed and ramp presence; the Hawker 800 a wider, stand-up cabin. Where each trades now is below.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Hawker 800
For sale now
55
Median asking
$2,072,500
Range
$1,212,500–$3,000,000
Model years available
1985–2006
Learjet 60
For sale now
44
Median asking
$3,650,000
Range
$2,331,500–$4,975,000
Model years available
1994–2013

Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.

Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Hawker 800Learjet 60
All events18
Serious00
Fatal00
Fatalities00
% Fatal0%0%
View full Hawker 800 NTSB record →View full Learjet 60 NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Hawker 800 Learjet 60
Hawker 800
View 55 listings →
Median $2,072,500
 Learjet 60
View 43 listings →
Median $3,650,000
Price Range $1,212,500 – $3,000,000 $2,331,500 – $4,975,000
Category Midsize Jet Midsize Jet
Model Specifications
Seats 8 10
Cruise Speed 400 kts (741 km/h) 438 kts (811 km/h)
Range 2,825 nm (5,232 km) 2,405 nm (4,454 km)
Service Ceiling 41,000 ft (12,497 m) 51,000 ft (15,545 m)
Max Gross Weight 27,400 lbs (12,429 kg) 23,500 lbs (10,660 kg)
Useful Load — 5,800 lbs (2,631 kg)
Fuel Capacity — 635.0 gal (2403 L)
Fuel Burn 240.0 GPH (908 L/h) 185.0 GPH (700 L/h)
TBO — 5,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost — $450,000
Annual Fixed — $380,000
Hourly Variable — $2,800
Engines 2 x Turbofan 2 x Turbofan

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Hawker 800

Fuel$1,320/hr

Learjet 60

Fuel$1,018/hr
Variable$2,800/hr
Annual Fixed$380,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $940,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Hawker 800 or Learjet 60?

Bottom line: Choose the Learjet 60 for speed — a quick midsize with Learjet character and strong climb and cruise. Choose the Hawker 800 for cabin comfort — a wider, stand-up midsize cabin and easy handling at an accessible used price. On safety both are twin-engine midsize jets with engine-out redundancy and proven records; the divide is speed versus cabin, not safety. Fast Learjet, or roomy Hawker.

Pick the 800 if…

  • Budget matters — from $1,212,500 vs $2,331,500, you save ~$1,119,000.
  • Longer range — 2825 nm vs 2405 nm.
  • More inventory — 55 listings vs 43.

Pick the 60 if…

  • More seats — 10 vs 8.
  • Faster cruise — 438 kts vs 400 kts.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the Learjet 60 and Hawker 800?
The Learjet 60 is the faster, sportier midsize; the Hawker 800 the roomier, stand-up-cabin midsize. They differ in speed versus cabin space and feel.
Which is faster?
The Learjet 60 — built for speed with strong performance. The Hawker 800 cruises a little slower in exchange for a wider, more comfortable cabin.
Which has the bigger cabin?
The Hawker 800 — a wider, stand-up cabin than the sleeker Learjet 60. Buyers choosing cabin comfort often prefer the Hawker.
Which is better, Hawker 800 or Learjet 60?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 800 cruises at 400 kts with 2,825 nm range. The 60 cruises at 438 kts with 2,405 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Learjet 60: from $2,388,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Hawker 800 and Learjet 60?
60 engine: Pratt & Whitney Canada PW305. Seats: 8 vs 10. Cruise: 400 vs 438 kts. Range: 2825 vs 2405 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
60: about $2800/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?
800: 8 seats. 60: 10 seats / 5,800 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?
60: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$450,000. 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 updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data