Hawker 4000 vs Hawker 900

The Hawker 900XP and Hawker 4000 are both Hawker business jets, but they sit in different classes — the 900XP is a midsize jet and the 4000 is a larger super-midsize. The Hawker 900XP is a proven midsize jet with two Honeywell TFE731 engines, factory winglets, a cabin of around 551 cubic feet and a range of roughly 2,818 nautical miles. The Hawker 4000 (originally the Hawker Horizon) is a clean-sheet super-midsize jet with two more powerful Pratt & Whitney Canada PW308A engines, a distinctive carbon-fibre composite fuselage, a larger stand-up cabin and a longer range of about 3,341 nautical miles.

For a buyer, the 4000 is the larger, longer-range and more advanced aircraft, with its composite fuselage, wider flat-floor cabin and higher cruise speed. The 900XP is a well-established, cost-effective midsize jet that carries a similar number of passengers over shorter transcontinental legs. The decision is mainly about how much cabin and range are needed against budget.

Live Market Snapshot

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Hawker 4000
For sale now
5
Model years available
2008–2013
Hawker 900
For sale now
21
Model years available
2007–2012

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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 4000Hawker 900
All events—1
Serious—0
Fatal—0
Fatalities—0
% Fatal—0%
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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Hawker 4000 Hawker 900
Hawker 4000
View 7 listings →
Median $3,625,000
 Hawker 900
View 23 listings →
Median $4,697,500
Price Range $3,512,500 – $3,737,500 $3,945,000 – $5,420,000
Category Super-Midsize Jet Midsize Jet
Model Specifications
Seats 10 8
Cruise Speed 450 kts (833 km/h) 452 kts (837 km/h)
Range 3,280 nm (6,075 km) 2,825 nm (5,232 km)
Service Ceiling 45,000 ft (13,716 m) 41,000 ft (12,497 m)
Max Gross Weight 39,500 lbs (17,917 kg) 28,000 lbs (12,701 kg)
Useful Load 9,500 lbs (4,309 kg) —
Fuel Capacity 1,400.0 gal (5299 L) —
Fuel Burn 260.0 GPH (984 L/h) 240.0 GPH (908 L/h)
TBO 5,000 hrs —
Overhaul Cost $400,000 —
Annual Fixed $450,000 —
Hourly Variable $3,200 —
Engines 2 x Turbofan 2 x Turbofan

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Hawker 4000

Fuel$1,430/hr
Variable$3,200/hr
Annual Fixed$450,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $1,090,000/yr

Hawker 900

Fuel$1,320/hr

Which Should You Buy: Hawker 4000 or Hawker 900?

Bottom line: These are adjacent classes rather than direct equivalents. Choose the Hawker 4000 for a larger super-midsize cabin, longer range and its advanced composite airframe — the more capable, more expensive aircraft. Choose the Hawker 900XP for a proven, cost-effective midsize jet with strong transcontinental range at a lower acquisition and operating cost. In short: the Hawker 4000 buys cabin size, range and modern construction; the 900XP buys established midsize capability at a lower cost. Buyers usually decide based on cabin and range needs against budget.

Pick the 4000 if…

  • Budget matters — from $3,512,500 vs $3,945,000, you save ~$432,500.
  • More seats — 10 vs 8.
  • Longer range — 3280 nm vs 2825 nm.

Pick the 900 if…

  • Faster cruise — 452 kts vs 450 kts.
  • More inventory — 23 listings vs 7.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Hawker 900XP and the Hawker 4000?
The 900XP is a midsize jet with Honeywell TFE731 engines and a range of about 2,818 nautical miles, while the 4000 is a larger super-midsize jet with more powerful PW308A engines, a carbon-fibre composite fuselage and a range of about 3,341 nautical miles.
Which has the longer range and larger cabin?
The Hawker 4000 — it offers a longer range of about 3,341 nautical miles and a larger stand-up, flat-floor cabin, reflecting its super-midsize class, compared with the midsize 900XP.
What makes the Hawker 4000 different structurally?
The Hawker 4000 has a carbon-fibre composite fuselage, unusual in its class, which is strong and light. The 900XP uses conventional metal construction. This is one of the 4000's distinguishing features.
Which is better, Hawker 4000 or Hawker 900?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 4000 cruises at 450 kts with 3,280 nm range. The 900 cruises at 452 kts with 2,825 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Hawker 4000: from $3,500,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Hawker 4000 and Hawker 900?
Seats: 10 vs 8. Cruise: 450 vs 452 kts. Range: 3280 vs 2825 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
4000: about $3200/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?
4000: 10 seats / 9,500 lb useful load. 900: 8 seats. 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?
4000: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$400,000. 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.
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