Hawker 850 vs Learjet 60
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Hawker 850
- For sale now
- 12
- Model years available
- 2006–2008
Learjet 60
- For sale now
- 45
- Median asking
- $3,650,000
- Range
- $2,342,800–$4,870,000
- 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 850 | Learjet 60 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 8 |
| Serious | — | 0 |
| Fatal | — | 0 |
| Fatalities | — | 0 |
| % Fatal | — | 0% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Hawker 850 | Learjet 60 |
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| Price Range | $3,125,500 – $4,930,000 | $2,342,800 – $4,870,000 |
| Category | Midsize Jet | Midsize Jet |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 8 | 10 |
| Cruise Speed | 448 kts (830 km/h) | 438 kts (811 km/h) |
| Range | 2,640 nm (4,889 km) | 2,405 nm (4,454 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 41,000 ft (12,497 m) | 51,000 ft (15,545 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 28,000 lbs (12,701 kg) | 23,500 lbs (10,660 kg) |
| Useful Load | 5,200 lbs (2,359 kg) | 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
EstimateHawker 850
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 850 or Learjet 60?
Pick the 850 if…
- Faster cruise — 448 kts vs 438 kts.
- Longer range — 2640 nm vs 2405 nm.
Pick the 60 if…
- Budget matters — from $2,342,800 vs $3,125,500, you save ~$782,700.
- More seats — 10 vs 8.
- More inventory — 43 listings vs 12.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Hawker 850 or Learjet 60?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 850 cruises at 448 kts with 2,640 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 850 and Learjet 60?
60 engine: Pratt & Whitney Canada PW305.
Seats: 8 vs 10.
Cruise: 448 vs 438 kts.
Range: 2640 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?
850: 8 seats / 5,200 lb useful load.
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 re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data