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Bombardier Learjet 45XR vs Pilatus PC-24
The Learjet 45XR has the higher maximum operating Mach. The PC-24 has the more seats in the manufacturer's maximum configuration and taller cabin. They are level on range, hourly rate (category). Both are light jets, so the category hourly rate is the same; the difference on a given trip comes from range, seats and the cabin.
| Criterion | Learjet 45XR | PC-24 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Light jets | Light jets |
| Production status | Out of production, in service | In production |
| Passengers (max) | 9 | 11★ Best |
| Range | 3,704 km (2,000 nm) | 3,704 km (2,000 nm) |
| Max Mach (MMo) | M 0.81★ Best | M 0.74 |
| Cabin length | 5.00 m | 7.00 m |
| Cabin width | 1.55 m | 1.69 m |
| Cabin height | 1.50 m | 1.55 m★ Best |
| Hourly rate (category) | $2,750–$3,500€2,456–€3,126CHF 2,292–CHF 2,917 | $2,750–$3,500€2,456–€3,126CHF 2,292–CHF 2,917 |
Category rate (Light jet), not a model rate · Paramount Business Jets, 07 Aug 2026 · ECB 14 Oct 2026: 1 EUR = 1.1195 USD · 0.933 CHF
Best values are marked ★ as well as shaded. Specifications as of 31 May 2026 · units km (nm), metres.
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They publish the same maximum range, 3,704 km (2,000 nm). On a given day, payload, wind and reserves decide whether a leg is non-stop — use the route check on the compare tool for your city pair.
Both are light jets, and we publish one category rate for that class: $2,750–$3,500 per hour (€2,456–€3,126), sourced from Paramount Business Jets on 07 Aug 2026. It is a category rate, not a model rate; a firm price comes with the quote.
9 and 11 respectively in the manufacturer's maximum-density configuration. Most operators' cabins seat fewer; the exact layout of the aircraft we quote is confirmed with the offer.
Sources
- Manufacturer published specifications (aircraft database, generated May 2026) — 31 May 2026
- Manufacturer published specifications (aircraft database, generated May 2026) — 31 May 2026
- Paramount Business Jets — published charter rates — 07 Aug 2026 · hourly category rates
- European Central Bank daily reference rate for 2026-10-14, fetched 2026-10-14 18:25 UTC — 14 Oct 2026 · 1 EUR = 1.1195 USD · 0.933 CHF
Data as of 31 May 2026
Figures are indicative. A firm price for your exact itinerary, aircraft and date comes with our quote — within 60 minutes.
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