Aircraft comparison
Cessna Citation Encore+ vs Embraer Phenom 300E
Summary
The Cessna Citation Encore+ and the Embraer Phenom 300E are two light jets, compared here on the specifications that matter. On the numbers, the Embraer Phenom 300E flies farther (2,010 vs 2,000 nm); the Embraer Phenom 300E carries more (10 vs 8 pax); the Embraer Phenom 300E is faster (464 vs 430 kt).
| Specification | Citation Encore+ | Phenom 300E |
|---|---|---|
| Range | 2,000 nm (3,704 km) | 2,010 nm (3,722.5 km)✓ |
| Max cruise speed | 430 kt (796.4 km/h) | 464 kt (859.3 km/h)✓ |
| Max operating altitude | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) |
| Max takeoff weight | 16,830 lb (7,634 kg) | 18,552 lb (8,415 kg) |
| Typical passengers | 7 count | 7 count |
| Max passengers | 8 count | 10 count✓ |
| Cabin height | 4.8 ft (1.45 m) | 4.9 ft (1.49 m)✓ |
| Cabin width | 4.8 ft (1.46 m) | 5.1 ft (1.55 m)✓ |
| Baggage volume | 67 cuft (1.9 m3) | 84 cuft (2.38 m3)✓ |
| Powerplant | Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535B | Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535E1 |
| Engines | 2 count | 2 count |
| Thrust per engine | 3,400 lbf | 3,478 lbf |
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