Head-to-head comparison
Cessna Citation Sovereign Sovereign Gen2 vs Gulfstream G250 pre-certification name for G280
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.
Stand-up Cabin
Gulfstream G250 pre-certification name for G280 has a stand-up cabin; Cessna Citation Sovereign Sovereign Gen2 does not.
Max Range
Gulfstream G250 pre-certification name for G280 has a higher max range (3,600 nm vs 3,200 nm).
Cruise Speed
Gulfstream G250 pre-certification name for G280 has a higher cruise speed (488 kts vs 460 kts).
Takeoff Distance
Cessna Citation Sovereign Sovereign Gen2 has a shorter takeoff distance (3,530 ft vs 4,750 ft).
Passenger Capacity
Cessna Citation Sovereign Sovereign Gen2 has a higher passenger capacity (12 pax vs 10 pax).
Side-by-side specifications
| Specification | Cessna Citation Sovereign Sovereign Gen2 | Gulfstream G250 pre-certification name for G280 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Super-Midsize Jet | Super-Midsize Jet |
| Production | Out of production | Out of production |
| Max range | 3,200 nm | 3,600 nm |
| NBAA IFR range (4 pax) | 3,200 nm | 3,600 nm |
| Max cruise speed | 460 kts | 488 kts |
| Max altitude | 47,000 ft | 45,000 ft |
| Takeoff distance | 3,530 ft | 4,750 ft |
| Landing distance | 2,600 ft | 2,375 ft |
| Max passengers | 12 | 10 |
| Cabin length | 25 ft | 26 ft |
| Cabin width | 6 ft | 7 ft |
| Stand-up cabin | No | Yes |
| Enclosed lavatory | Yes | Yes |
| Single-pilot certified | No | No |
| Hot & high capable | No | No |
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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