Learjet 60 vs Learjet 75

The Learjet 60 and the Learjet 75 share a name but not a lineage — a distinction that matters because the two aircraft are routinely compared by buyers who assume the 75 is the 60's successor. It is not. The Learjet 60 (1993) stretched the Learjet 55 airframe and fitted Pratt & Whitney Canada PW305A turbofans, producing the largest and most range-capable Learjet ever built — a midsize jet that could complete U.S. coast-to-coast nonstop with a meaningful payload. The Learjet 75 (2013) replaced the Learjet 45, not the 60, carrying the smaller Learjet 45 platform forward with Honeywell TFE731-40 series engines and a substantially updated Garmin G5000 flight deck on the Liberty variant. The two aircraft compete in overlapping preowned price bands despite belonging to completely different design families; understanding which platform underlies each is essential to comparing them honestly.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle

Learjet 60
For sale now
45
Median asking
$3,650,000
Range
$2,342,800–$4,870,000
Model years available
1994–2013
Learjet 75
For sale now
16
Model years available
2013–2021

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)Learjet 60Learjet 75
All events81
Serious00
Fatal00
Fatalities00
% Fatal0%0%
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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Learjet 60 Learjet 75
Learjet 60
View 43 listings →
Median $3,650,000
 Learjet 75
View 14 listings →
Median $4,395,000
Price Range $2,342,800 – $4,870,000 $3,495,000 – $7,958,750
Category Midsize Jet Light Jet
Model Specifications
Seats 10 9
Cruise Speed 438 kts (811 km/h) 435 kts (806 km/h)
Range 2,405 nm (4,454 km) 2,040 nm (3,778 km)
Service Ceiling 51,000 ft (15,545 m) 51,000 ft (15,545 m)
Max Gross Weight 23,500 lbs (10,660 kg) 21,500 lbs (9,752 kg)
Useful Load 5,800 lbs (2,631 kg) 5,100 lbs (2,313 kg)
Fuel Capacity 635.0 gal (2403 L) 576.0 gal (2180 L)
Fuel Burn 185.0 GPH (700 L/h) 170.0 GPH (643 L/h)
TBO 5,000 hrs 5,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $450,000 $420,000
Annual Fixed $380,000 $380,000
Hourly Variable $2,800 $2,600
Engines 2 x Turbofan 2 x Turbofan

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Learjet 60

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

Learjet 75

Fuel$935/hr
Variable$2,600/hr
Annual Fixed$380,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $900,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Learjet 60 or Learjet 75?

Bottom line: Choose the Learjet 60 for the larger cabin and greater range — the 60's stretched-55 airframe provides more interior volume and longer legs that the Learjet 75 cannot match on transcontinental routes with full loads. For operators who need the range and don't want to compromise cabin size in the Learjet lineup, the 60 (or 60 XR) is the answer. Choose the Learjet 75 for modern avionics and a lighter, more efficient platform on shorter missions — the Learjet 75's Garmin G5000 flight deck (on Liberty-configured aircraft) represents a generational leap from the 60's original avionics, and the TFE731-40's more modern engine cycle performs efficiently on shorter routes where the 60's range advantage is irrelevant. Safety axis: both types carry separate type certificates and require separate type ratings — a pilot current on the Learjet 60 cannot act as PIC of the Learjet 75 without a separate practical test. Verify type currency before evaluating either aircraft for acquisition. Bombardier ceased Learjet production in 2021; both types are supported by independent MRO providers and the Bombardier aftermarket organization.

Pick the 60 if…

  • Budget matters — from $2,342,800 vs $3,495,000, you save ~$1,152,200.
  • More seats — 10 vs 9.
  • Faster cruise — 438 kts vs 435 kts.
  • Longer range — 2405 nm vs 2040 nm.
  • More inventory — 43 listings vs 14.

Pick the 75 if…

  • Lower operating cost — ~$2600/hr vs $2800/hr.
  • Newer design — production from 2014 vs 1993.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Learjet 75 a replacement for the Learjet 60?
No. The Learjet 75 replaced the Learjet 45 — the lighter, shorter-range Learjet platform. The Learjet 60 was never directly replaced in the Bombardier lineup; the company exited the Learjet segment entirely in 2021 when it ceased all Learjet production. Buyers seeking a step up from the Learjet 60's performance in a newer aircraft typically look at the Bombardier Challenger 300 or 350 rather than the Learjet 75, which is a smaller aircraft.
Does the Learjet 75 Liberty have better avionics than the Learjet 60?
Yes, substantially. The Learjet 75 Liberty (introduced 2019) features the Garmin G5000 flight deck — a touchscreen avionics suite with integrated WAAS navigation, ADS-B, synthetic vision, and modern traffic and weather integration. The Learjet 60's original avionics from its 1993–2012 production era (Honeywell or Collins panels) are less integrated, though many 60s have received partial avionics upgrades. The G5000 is a meaningful operational advantage, particularly for single-crew IFR in complex airspace.
What happened to the Learjet brand?
Bombardier announced the end of Learjet production in February 2021, closing the Learjet facility in Wichita, Kansas. The decision reflected sustained market pressure from both the smaller light jet segment and the larger Challenger and Global families, which squeezed the Learjet's commercial position from both ends. The Learjet 75 Liberty was the final production variant. All existing Learjets are supported through Bombardier's aftermarket organization and an active independent MRO network, but no new Learjets will be produced.
Which is better, Learjet 60 or Learjet 75?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 60 cruises at 438 kts with 2,405 nm range. The 75 cruises at 435 kts with 2,040 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 Learjet 60 and Learjet 75?
60 engine: Pratt & Whitney Canada PW305. 75 engine: Honeywell TFE731-40BR. Seats: 10 vs 9. Cruise: 438 vs 435 kts. Range: 2405 vs 2040 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
60: about $2800/hr variable cost. 75: about $2600/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?
60: 10 seats / 5,800 lb useful load. 75: 9 seats / 5,100 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. 75: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$420,000. 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