Cessna Citation CJ1 vs Nextant 400XTI
The Nextant 400XTi and Citation CJ1/M2 are entry light jets — the 400XTi a remanufactured Beechjet/Hawker 400 (new FJ44 engines, Pro Line 21), the Citation the Cessna-supported standard.
Live Market Snapshot
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Cessna Citation CJ1
- For sale now
- 83
- Median asking
- $1,549,000
- Range
- $999,000–$2,159,000
- Model years available
- 1993–2008
Nextant 400XTI
- For sale now
- 5
- Model years available
- 2012–2017
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Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna Citation CJ1 | Nextant 400XTI |
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| Price Range | $999,000 – $2,159,000 | $1,700,000 – $1,790,000 |
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 8 |
| Cruise Speed | 359 kts (665 km/h) | 460 kts (852 km/h) |
| Range | 1,150 nm (2,130 km) | 1,925 nm (3,565 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 41,000 ft (12,497 m) | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 10,600 lbs (4,808 kg) | 16,300 lbs (7,394 kg) |
| Useful Load | 2,850 lbs (1,293 kg) | 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 357.0 gal (1351 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 110.0 GPH (416 L/h) | 140.0 GPH (530 L/h) |
| TBO | 5,000 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $260,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $280,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $1,800 | — |
| Engines | 2 x Turbofan | 2 x Turbofan |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna Citation CJ1
Fuel$605/hr
Variable$1,800/hr
Annual Fixed$280,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$640,000/yr
Nextant 400XTI
Fuel$770/hr
Which Should You Buy: Cessna Citation CJ1 or Nextant 400XTI?
Bottom line: Choose the Citation for the largest jet support network and resale; choose the 400XTi for near-new capability (new engines/avionics, stand-up cabin) at lower cost. Citation = support; 400XTi = value/cabin.
Pick the Citation CJ1 if…
- Budget matters — from $999,000 vs $1,700,000, you save ~$701,000.
- More inventory — 74 listings vs 5.
Pick the 400XTI if…
- More seats — 8 vs 6.
- Faster cruise — 460 kts vs 359 kts.
- Longer range — 1925 nm vs 1150 nm.
- Newer design — production from 2010 vs 1993.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the key difference between the Nextant 400XTi and Citation CJ1?
Remanufactured speed vs new-generation efficiency. The Nextant 400XTi (remanufactured Beechcraft 400 with Williams FJ44-3AP engines, ~450 kt, ~2,200 nm, 8 seats, two-crew) is faster with more range. The Citation CJ1 (Williams FJ44-1A, ~380 kt, ~1,300 nm, 6 seats, single-pilot certified) is the entry Citation jet — slower with less range, but single-pilot and a much deeper service network.
Nextant 400XTi or Citation CJ1 — which light jet?
Buy the CJ1 if: single-pilot certification, Citation service depth, and lower acquisition and operating cost define the choice. Buy the Nextant 400XTi if: more speed (~450 kt), more range (~2,200 nm), and more seats — at potentially lower cost than a comparable new-build — justify the two-crew requirement.
What exactly is the Nextant 400XTi?
Nextant Aerospace remanufactures Beechcraft/Hawker 400 airframes with Williams FJ44-3AP engines, new avionics, and refurbished interiors. The result is a modernised aircraft with lower operating costs than the original JT15D-powered 400 — effectively a new aircraft in a proven airframe.
How do specs compare?
Citation CJ1: FJ44-1A, 6 seats, single-pilot, ~380 kt, ~1,300 nm. Nextant 400XTi: FJ44-3AP, 8 seats, two-crew, ~450 kt, ~2,200 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate?
The CJ1 is less expensive per hour — smaller engines, single-pilot, Citation infrastructure. The Nextant's larger FJ44-3AP uses more fuel; two-crew adds co-pilot cost for owner-operators.
Which should I buy?
Citation CJ1 for single-pilot certified light jet entry at the lowest operating cost with Citation service depth. Nextant 400XTi for more range, speed, and seats in a remanufactured package — when two-crew is planned and the performance gap justifies the step up.
Which is better, Cessna Citation CJ1 or Nextant 400XTI?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Citation CJ1 cruises at 359 kts with 1,150 nm range.
The 400XTI cruises at 460 kts with 1,925 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Nextant 400XTI: from $1,695,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna Citation CJ1 and Nextant 400XTI?
Citation CJ1 engine: WILLIAMS FJ44-1A.
Seats: 6 vs 8.
Cruise: 359 vs 460 kts.
Range: 1150 vs 1925 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Citation CJ1: about $1800/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 CJ1: 6 seats / 2,850 lb useful load.
400XTI: 8 seats / 3,600 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 CJ1: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$260,000.
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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