HAWKER BEECHCRAFT
Hawker 850XP
The Hawker 850XP added winglets to the proven Hawker 800XP airframe, improving climb performance and range. Stand-up cabin, eight seats and one of the most popular midsize jets in service.
FULL HAWKER 850XP PAGE →Hawker 850XP vs Hawker 900XP
Two Hawker Beechcraft midsize jets from the same stable, compared where it counts. The Hawker 850XP carries 8 passengers with 2,642 nm of range; the Hawker 900XP carries 8 with 2,818 nm. Cabin dimensions land at 5'9" × 6'0" versus 5'9" × 6'0", and runway numbers read 5,032 ft against 5,032 ft. Both sit in the same pricing class: an estimated €2,900–€3,900 per flight hour.
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Hawker 900XP
The Hawker 900XP replaced the 850XP's engines with more powerful Honeywell TFE731-50 turbofans — better hot-and-high performance, longer range and the same stand-up Hawker cabin.
FULL HAWKER 900XP PAGE →SPECIFICATIONS
Side-by-side specifications
| METRIC | Hawker 850XP | Hawker 900XP |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 8 | 8 |
| Range | 2,642 nm | 2,818 nm |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.80 | Mach 0.80 |
| Cabin height | 5'9" | 5'9" |
| Cabin width | 6'0" | 6'0" |
| Baggage | 50 cu ft | 50 cu ft |
| Runway | 5,032 ft | 5,032 ft |
Hawker 850XP — strengths
- —Winglet performance upgrade
- —Quiet cabin (Hawker airframe acoustics)
- —Strong US and European availability
Hawker 900XP — strengths
- —Hot-and-high performance upgrade
- —Longer range than 850XP
- —Quiet, low-cabin-altitude environment
CHARTER PRICING
Indicative pricing
HAWKER 850XP
| Miami → Cabo San Lucas | Estimate on request |
| Geneva → Athens | Estimate on request |
HAWKER 900XP
| Dallas → Vail (Eagle) | Estimate on request |
| Zurich → Marrakech | Estimate on request |
One-way estimates from our pricing engine (standard season), estimated, confirmed quote within 1–2 hours.
EXPERT VERDICT
Two closely-matched midsize jets — the right pick depends entirely on the mission, not the spec sheet.
the Hawker 900XP answers with range / non-stop reach. Both sit in the midsize jet class, so charter pricing is broadly aligned — let the use case (range, group size, airport pair) drive the final call.
Range / non-stop reach
Hawker 900XP
2,818 nm of range — the better choice for transcontinental and intercontinental missions.
Cabin comfort
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Matched specifications.
Group capacity
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Airport access
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Comparable runway requirements.
Speed & block time
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Verdict based on published manufacturer specifications, charter market data and Limitless Sky brokerage experience.
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Top reasons to choose — and who each aircraft is best for
A tailored summary for the Hawker 850XP and Hawker 900XP: the deciding reasons in this matchup, plus the buyer archetypes each aircraft serves best.
HAWKER BEECHCRAFT
Top reasons to choose the Hawker 850XP
- ★Winglet performance upgrade
- ★Quiet cabin (Hawker airframe acoustics)
- ★Strong US and European availability
BEST FOR
Stand-up cross-Europe travel
Flat-floor cabin for 3–4 hour legs with full bar and lavatory.
8-seat board offsites
Comfortable double-club layout for executive teams.
US transcontinental
Non-stop east-coast to west-coast missions with full payload.
Sport & ski groups
Cabin volume for extended-stay baggage without payload sacrifice.
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Top reasons to choose the Hawker 900XP
- ★Reaches 2,818 nm non-stop — 7% more range than the Hawker 850XP, opening city pairs that would otherwise need a tech stop.
- ★Hot-and-high performance upgrade
- ★Longer range than 850XP
- ★Quiet, low-cabin-altitude environment
BEST FOR
Stand-up cross-Europe travel
Flat-floor cabin for 3–4 hour legs with full bar and lavatory.
8-seat board offsites
Comfortable double-club layout for executive teams.
US transcontinental
Non-stop east-coast to west-coast missions with full payload.
Sport & ski groups
Cabin volume for extended-stay baggage without payload sacrifice.
PROS & CONS
Honest assessment
HAWKER BEECHCRAFT
Hawker 850XP
PROS
- +Winglet performance upgrade
- +Quiet cabin (Hawker airframe acoustics)
- +Strong US and European availability
CONS
- −Marginally more expensive per block hour than the Hawker 900XP on typical charter quotes — confirm with a live quote for your route.
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Hawker 900XP
PROS
- +Hot-and-high performance upgrade
- +Longer range than 850XP
- +Quiet, low-cabin-altitude environment
CONS
- −Marginally more expensive per block hour than the Hawker 850XP on typical charter quotes — confirm with a live quote for your route.
REAL-WORLD MISSIONS
Which aircraft for which mission
Four scenarios our charter desk sees regularly — and which of these two we would actually quote.
SCENARIO 01
Eight-person sales roadshow across three European capitals in two days
OUR PICKHawker 850XP
Larger cabin seats the full group (8).
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 02
Family of six on a 1,500 nm leisure trip with stand-up cabin needs
OUR PICKHawker 850XP
Larger cabin seats the full group (8).
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 03
Coast-to-coast US transcon with full passenger load
OUR PICKHawker 850XP
Curated example: New York → Aspen sits in the Hawker 850XP's sweet spot.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 04
Long-weekend group charter to Marrakech with extra baggage
OUR PICKHawker 850XP
Larger cabin seats the full group (8).
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →ROUTE RECOMMENDATIONS
Best pick per route
| ROUTE | DISTANCE | RECOMMENDED | WHY |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Moscow | 1,500 nm | Either | Both aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price. |
| Geneva → Marrakech | 1,250 nm | Either | Both aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price. |
| Teterboro → Aspen | 1,580 nm | Either | Both aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price. |
| Paris → Cairo | 1,800 nm | Either | Both aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price. |
Distances are great-circle approximations; actual fuel planning accounts for winds, weather and reserves.
FAQ
Hawker 850XP vs Hawker 900XP — frequently asked
Hawker 850XP vs Hawker 900XP: which has the longer range?OPEN
The Hawker 850XP has a published range of 2,642 nm; the Hawker 900XP is rated at 2,818 nm. The longer-range aircraft opens up more non-stop city pairs without a tech stop.
Which is faster — Hawker 850XP or Hawker 900XP?OPEN
Cruise speeds are Mach 0.80 for the Hawker 850XP and Mach 0.80 for the Hawker 900XP. The difference in block time grows with trip length; on a New York → Aspen trip it is usually minutes rather than hours.
How many passengers does each aircraft carry?OPEN
The Hawker 850XP seats 8; the Hawker 900XP seats 8. Charter prices below assume a typical executive layout — high-density configurations are available on request.
What does the Hawker 850XP vs the Hawker 900XP cost per hour to charter?OPEN
From our pricing engine's class rates: the Hawker 850XP at an estimated €2,900–€3,900 per flight hour, and the Hawker 900XP at an estimated €2,900–€3,900 per flight hour. These are estimates; the confirmed quote within 1–2 hours depends on positioning, season and airport fees.
What are the Hawker 850XP and Hawker 900XP cabin dimensions?OPEN
The Hawker 850XP cabin is 5'9" high and 6'0" wide; the Hawker 900XP is 5'9" high and 6'0" wide. Baggage: 50 cu ft vs 50 cu ft.
Hawker 850XP or Hawker 900XP: which should I choose for my trip?OPEN
For trips within the Hawker 850XP's published 2,642 nm, either aircraft can fly non-stop and the choice comes down to cabin (5'9" vs 5'9" cabin height), seats (8 vs 8) and price. Beyond that, the Hawker 900XP (2,818 nm) flies non-stop where the Hawker 850XP may need a fuel stop. Real-world range drops with passengers, bags, winds and winter reserves, so we confirm it per trip.
Which aircraft is better for transatlantic or long-range missions?OPEN
Both belong to the Midsize Jet category, but range, payload and runway performance differ. See the route-recommendations table on this page for our specific pick per corridor.
How much cabin space does the Hawker 850XP have vs the Hawker 900XP?OPEN
Cabin comfort is the everyday difference passengers feel most. Both the Hawker 850XP and Hawker 900XP sit in the Midsize Jet class, so cabin height, width and layout differ subtly — on flights over 3 hours those details matter more than raw range. Ask us for a side-by-side floorplan.
Which aircraft is safer — Hawker 850XP or Hawker 900XP?OPEN
Both aircraft in this comparison are operated under ARG/US, Wyvern or IS-BAO safety programmes when chartered through Limitless Sky. Safety is driven by operator, crew currency and maintenance regime — not the airframe. We only book operators meeting our verified due-diligence checklist.
What's the total mission cost — not just the hourly rate?OPEN
The hourly class rate is only one input. Total mission cost includes positioning legs, overnight fees, landing/handling, catering, de-icing and FET where applicable. Our confirmed quote itemises every line so there are no surprises.
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