Cessna Citation Legacy Aircraft in Oklahoma

3 used Cessna Citation Legacy aircraft for sale in Oklahoma · updated 23 hours ago

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About the Cessna Citation Legacy

The legacy Cessna Citations are the earlier members of the Citation family — the aircraft that built the line's reputation before the modern CJ, Excel and Sovereign series. They span the light Citation I and II (JT15D engines), the midsize Citation III, VI and VII (Honeywell TFE731 engines, T-tail), and the record-fast super-midsize Citation X (Rolls-Royce engines, cruising near Mach 0.9 — one of the fastest civilian jets ever built). These models offer a lot of jet for the money on the used market, backed by the large Citation support network.

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Cessna Citation Legacy Specifications

Model spec

The Cessna Citation Legacy is a light jet with a cruise speed of 345–480 kt (639–889 km/h), a range of 1,500–3,070 nm (2,778–5,686 km), and a useful load of 4,000–6,800 lbs (1,814–3,084 kg).

Performance
Cruise345–480 kt (639–889 km/h)
Max Speed375–527 kt (694–976 km/h)
Range1,500–3,070 nm (2,778–5,686 km)
Service Ceiling43,000–51,000 ft (13,106–15,545 m)
Weights & Seats
Seats7–12
Max Gross Weight13,300–36,100 lbs (6,033–16,375 kg)
Useful Load4,000–6,800 lbs (1,814–3,084 kg)

3 Cessna Citation Legacy For Sale

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Total Time 13,465
Reg# N550NT US
Location Oklahoma City, OK
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Listed 2mo ago
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Total Time 9,576
Reg# N562RM US
Location Tulsa, OK
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Listed 2mo ago
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Reg# N500FR US
Location Bethany, OK
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Cessna Citation Legacy Variants

Variant Years Seats Cruise Range Useful load Price range Best for Listings for sale
Citation Choose the Mustang / M2 for the most affordable entry into Citation jet ownership (often single-pilot). Step up to the CJ series for more cabin, range and speed in an entry light jet. The V / Bravo / Encore are the classic light-jet workhorses; the Excel / XLS is the best-selling midsize Citation with a stand-up cabin. For the most cabin, range and speed, the super-midsize Sovereign, Latitude and Longitude top the line. The Legacy models (Citation I through VII, plus the record-fast Citation X) are the earlier, lower-cost airframes. 985
Citation I 1971–1985 7 350 kts (648 km/h) 1,500 nm (2,778 km) $330K – $1.6M The original and most affordable Citation jet — an entry into jet ownership, with single-pilot-certified I/SP versions available. 22
Citation II 1978–1996 10 345 kts (639 km/h) 1,600 nm (2,963 km) 4,000 lbs (1,814 kg) $273K – $2.6M An early, often single-pilot-certified light jet — among the most affordable ways into Citation jet ownership on the used market. 76
Citation III 1983–1991 10 431 kts (798 km/h) 2,054 nm (3,804 km) $1.1M – $1.2M A capable legacy midsize Citation — a fast, swept-wing stand-up-cabin jet offering strong speed and cabin for the money on the used market. 11
Citation VII 1992–2000 10 420 kts (778 km/h) 1,730 nm (3,204 km) 5,400 lbs (2,449 kg) $1.2M – $1.8M A fast, capable legacy midsize Citation — a stand-up-cabin jet offering strong speed and cabin for the money on the used market. 15
Citation X 1996–2018 12 480 kts (889 km/h) 3,070 nm (5,686 km) 6,800 lbs (3,084 kg) $3.8M – $11.2M The fastest civilian jet ever certified — a super-midsize jet for buyers who want class-leading speed and transcontinental range for the money. 35

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Cessna Citation Legacy Price & Cost

Cessna Citation Legacy Price Guide
Market Deal RatingAeroGurus rating
Great Deal
17%
6
Good Deal
26%
9
Fair Price
9%
3
Overpriced
49%
17

Based on 35 priced listings.

Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.

Buying a Used Cessna Citation Legacy

Buying a Cessna Citation Legacy is about the engines, maintenance programs and avionics as much as the airframe. Engine and airframe hourly-maintenance programs transfer with the aircraft and materially change both price and risk.

What to check before buying

  • Engine status & program — time to overhaul/MPI and whether the engines are enrolled on an hourly maintenance program (the biggest value driver on any jet).
  • Airframe program & inspections — scheduled (Doc) inspections, airframe/parts programs and total cycles.
  • Avionics & mandates — a modern glass flight deck plus required mandates (ADS-B, FANS) raise value and capability.
  • Damage history & logbooks — complete, gap-free records and a clean accident history protect resale.
  • Pre-buy inspection — a full pre-buy at a type-authorised service centre before money changes hands.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna Citation Legacy

What are the legacy Cessna Citation models?
They are the earlier Citations: the light Citation I and II (JT15D engines), the midsize Citation III, VI and VII (TFE731 engines, T-tail), and the record-fast super-midsize Citation X (Rolls-Royce engines). The Citation V/Bravo/Encore are covered as a separate light-jet series.
How fast is the Citation X?
The Citation X cruises near Mach 0.9 — around 480+ knots — making it one of the fastest civilian jets ever built and the fastest in the Citation family.
How much does a used legacy Citation cost?
Used examples span a wide range by variant, age and avionics — see the live price range and median above.
Are legacy Citations cheap to buy but expensive to run?
Often yes — purchase prices are low, but operating cost is set by older turbofan engines, where overhaul reserves and program enrollment can outweigh the purchase price. Program status matters most.
What is the difference between the Citation I, II and III?
The I and II are light jets with JT15D engines (the II is larger); the III is a midsize T-tail jet with TFE731 engines, more cabin and more speed — a step up in class.
How many seats do legacy Citations have?
From around five to seven in the Citation I, up to eight to twelve in the larger Citation III/VII and X.
Are legacy Citations still supported?
Yes — the large Citation service network and parts availability keep these models well supported despite being out of production.

Cessna Citation Legacy Inventory by Country

United States130
Canada5
Mexico4
TX4
Australia4
Chile3

Cessna Citation Legacy by Price

Under $300k1
Under $500k12

Cessna Citation Legacy by Decade

1980s1
1990s2

Recently Sold Cessna Citation Legacy

1987 Citation II$575,000
1981 Citation II$1,100,000
2007 Citation Jet 2+$200,000

Cessna Citation Legacy Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Cessna Citation Legacy. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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