Cessna Citation X vs Gulfstream G280
Side-by-side specs, range, and real operating costs for up to 5 aircraft.
Mission Performance
Tap to isolateValues normalised across compared aircraft. Fuel Economy is inverted (lower burn = higher score). See table below for raw figures.
Mission Performance Details
| Metric | Cessna Citation X Cessna | Gulfstream G280 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation |
|---|---|---|
| Stall Speed | 114 kts | 102 kts |
| Approach Speed | 112 kts | 118 kts |
| Cruise Speed | 525 kts | 459 kts |
| Range | 3,125 nm | 3,600 nm |
| Service Ceiling | 51,000 ft | 45,000 ft |
| Rate of Climb | 3,650 fpm | 5,000 fpm |
| Fuel Burn | 386.0 gph | 286.0 gph |
Flight Profile
Service ceiling, range, and climb rate.
Arc represents the climb-cruise-descent profile based on published service ceiling and range. Climb rate annotated on ascent. FL180 (18,000 ft) shown for reference.
Fuel Burn
Based on published cruise fuel flow
| Metric | Cessna Citation X Cessna | Gulfstream G280 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation |
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Trip time estimated from published cruise speed and distance. Fuel burn is a published cruise figure; actual consumption varies with altitude, loading, and conditions.
Runway Performance
Density altitude adjusted estimates
Takeoff over 50 ft obstacle
Landing ground roll
FAA 10%/1,000 ft DA rule of thumb (FAA-H-8083-25B). Turboprops and jets are less sensitive in practice. Always verify against the POH.
Estimated Operating Costs
| Metric | Cessna Citation X Cessna | Gulfstream G280 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Cost per hour | $2,316/hr | $1,716/hr |
| Direct Operating Cost per hour | $4,736/hr | $4,110/hr |
| Annual Fixed Costs | ||
| Insurance | —/yr | $55,846/yr |
| Hangar | $22,514/yr | $69,300/yr |
| Annual Inspection | $2,500/yr | $2,500/yr |
| Total Fixed | $25,014/yr | $127,646/yr |
Estimates only. Costs vary by location, pilot profile, and market conditions. See individual aircraft pages for source notes.
Capability, Limits & Dimensions
| Metric | Cessna Citation X Cessna | Gulfstream G280 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation |
|---|---|---|
| Useful Load | 14,075 lbs | 15,450 lbs |
| MTOW | 36,100 lbs | 39,600 lbs |
| Seating | 12 | 10 |
| Fuel Capacity | 1,930 gal | 2,180 gal |
| Engines | 2× Turbofan | 2× Turbofan |
| Landing Gear | Retractable | Retractable |
| Pressurized | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wingspan | 69.2 ft | 63.0 ft |
| Length | 72.3 ft | 66.8 ft |
| Tail Height | 19.2 ft | 21.3 ft |
Payload-Range Map
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