Head-to-head comparison
Beechcraft Premier IA vs Hawker Hawker 400XPR
Side-by-side comparison of published specifications, cabin dimensions, and indicative ownership economics. Advantage verdicts are computed directly from catalog figures.
Dimension-by-dimension advantages
Computed directly from catalog figures. A 4% or greater difference in numeric values qualifies as a meaningful advantage.
Max Range
Hawker Hawker 400XPR has a higher max range (1,800 nm vs 1,360 nm).
Cruise Speed
Beechcraft Premier IA and Hawker Hawker 400XPR are comparable on cruise speed (451 kts vs 450 kts).
Takeoff Distance
Beechcraft Premier IA and Hawker Hawker 400XPR are comparable on takeoff distance (3,792 ft vs 3,936 ft).
Hourly Operating Cost
Beechcraft Premier IA and Hawker Hawker 400XPR are comparable on hourly operating cost ($3K vs $3K).
Acquisition Price
Hawker Hawker 400XPR has a shorter acquisition price ($1.9M vs $2.3M).
Passenger Capacity
Hawker Hawker 400XPR has a higher passenger capacity (7 pax vs 6 pax).
Side-by-side specifications
| Specification | Beechcraft Premier IA | Hawker Hawker 400XPR |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Production | Out of production | Out of production |
| Max range | 1,360 nm | 1,800 nm |
| NBAA IFR range (4 pax) | 1,360 nm | 1,800 nm |
| Max cruise speed | 451 kts | 450 kts |
| Max altitude | 41,000 ft | 45,000 ft |
| Takeoff distance | 3,792 ft | 3,936 ft |
| Landing distance | 3,170 ft | 3,149 ft |
| Max passengers | 6 | 7 |
| Cabin length | 14 ft | 16 ft |
| Cabin width | 6 ft | 5 ft |
| Stand-up cabin | No | No |
| Enclosed lavatory | No | No |
| Single-pilot certified | No | No |
| Hot & high capable | No | No |
| Fuel burn | 159 gph | 151 gph |
| Pre-owned price | $2.3M – $2.3M | $1.9M – $1.9M |
| Total cost/hr (400 hrs) | $3K | $3K |
| Fixed annual cost | $453K | $453K |
All figures are indicative published values from Camber's curated catalog. Green cells indicate a meaningful advantage on that dimension; verify with full specifications before making acquisition decisions.
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