Light Jet · Comparison
Beechcraft Beechjet 400A vs Nextant 400XTi
Side-by-side Light Jet analysis of the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and Nextant 400XTi: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Light Jet
- Seats
- 7 / 7
- Range
- 2,680 km / 3,710 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A is configured for 7 seats with cabin height 1.4 m; the Nextant 400XTi offers 7 seats and 1.4 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 2,680 km for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A versus 3,710 km for the Nextant 400XTi, with cruise speeds of 778 km/h and 822 km/h. Longer published range suits thin-route city pairs; shorter-hop missions can prioritize cabin comfort or lower typical hourly cost instead.
Operating cost context: typical hourly cost is listed at $2,700/hr for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and $2,800/hr for the Nextant 400XTi. Takeoff runway guidance is 1260 m versus 1300 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 18 live public offers for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 9 for the Nextant 400XTi right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.
Specs & availability
| Spec | Beechcraft Beechjet 400A | Nextant 400XTi |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Nextant Aerospace |
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Range | 2,680 km | 3,710 km |
| Cruise speed | 778 km/h | 822 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,700/hr | $2,800/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1260 m | 1300 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 18 | 9 |
Key takeaways
On published range, the Nextant 400XTi covers more distance (3,710 km vs 2,680 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A ($2,700/hr vs $2,800/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A (18 vs 9).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A or the Nextant 400XTi?
Published seating is 7 for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 7 for the Nextant 400XTi.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A or the Nextant 400XTi?
Published range is 2,680 km for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 3,710 km for the Nextant 400XTi.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and the Nextant 400XTi?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,700/hr for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and $2,800/hr for the Nextant 400XTi.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A vs the Nextant 400XTi?
EmptyJet currently lists 18 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 9 for the Nextant 400XTi. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.