Head-to-head comparison
Beechcraft Premier IA vs Hawker Hawker 400XP
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 400XP has a higher max range (1,519 nm vs 1,360 nm).
Cruise Speed
Beechcraft Premier IA and Hawker Hawker 400XP are comparable on cruise speed (451 kts vs 468 kts).
Takeoff Distance
Beechcraft Premier IA and Hawker Hawker 400XP are comparable on takeoff distance (3,792 ft vs 3,936 ft).
Hourly Operating Cost
Beechcraft Premier IA has a shorter hourly operating cost ($3K vs $4K).
Acquisition Price
Hawker Hawker 400XP has a shorter acquisition price ($1.9M vs $2.3M).
Passenger Capacity
Hawker Hawker 400XP has a higher passenger capacity (7 pax vs 6 pax).
Side-by-side specifications
| Specification | Beechcraft Premier IA | Hawker Hawker 400XP |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Production | Out of production | Out of production |
| Max range | 1,360 nm | 1,519 nm |
| NBAA IFR range (4 pax) | 1,360 nm | 1,519 nm |
| Max cruise speed | 451 kts | 468 kts |
| Max altitude | 41,000 ft | 45,000 ft |
| Takeoff distance | 3,792 ft | 3,936 ft |
| Landing distance | 3,170 ft | 3,220 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 | 222 gph |
| Pre-owned price | $2.3M – $2.3M | $1.9M – $1.9M |
| Total cost/hr (400 hrs) | $3K | $4K |
| 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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