
Citation III
- Range
- 2,470nm
- Seats
- 8
The Embraer Legacy 450 is a midsize jet with a flat-floor, six-foot cabin, full fly-by-wire controls and strong baggage capacity. It is a good fit for buyers seeking modern cabin design and systems at pre-owned pricing below its Praetor 500 successor.

The Embraer Legacy 450's maximum range is 2,919 nautical miles — 493 nm less than the Embraer Praetor 500, the longest-legged Mid-Size Jet in our set.
Reach
Teterboro · TEB — click a point, or focus the map and use arrow keys
Departure point: New York, Teterboro · TEB.
Great-circle reach at maximum published range — a still-air planning figure. Winds, payload, and reserves reduce real-world reach.
| Maximum range | 2,919 nm |
|---|---|
| Max operating speed | 320 KIAS |
| Service ceiling | 45,000 ft |
| FAA landing distance | 2,090 ft |
| Typical passengers | 7 |
|---|---|
| Typical crew | 2 |
| Cabin length | 288 in |
| Cabin width | 80 in |
| Cabin height | 72 in |
| Cabin volume | 705 cu ft |
| Baggage volume | 177 cu ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 35,759 lbs |
|---|---|
| Thrust per engine | 7,036 lbf |
| Engines | 2 |
| Engine model | Honeywell Aerospace HTF7500E |
| Exterior length | 64.6 ft |
| Wingspan | 66.4 ft |
Aircraft decision brief
Model overview
The Legacy 450 typically seats seven passengers and offers a 2,919-nautical-mile maximum-range profile, a 6-foot cabin height and 177 cubic feet of baggage capacity. Honeywell HTF7500E engines, Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics and full fly-by-wire controls distinguish it from many midsize peers.
Embraer phased out the Legacy 450 by 2020 as the upgraded Praetor 500 took its place. The aircraft retains the same clean-sheet platform strengths and can offer compelling value for owners whose missions do not require the Praetor’s additional range and refinements.
Mission fit
Decision lens
Planning lens
Confirm HTF7500E engine and APU program status, landing-gear and inspection timing and completion of current service actions. Low fleet size makes strong records and knowledgeable support especially important.
Review software, avionics and connectivity configuration, since upgrade status affects usability and resale. Compare the cost of bringing a Legacy 450 current with the premium for a Praetor 500.
Category context
The Legacy 450 offers a wider, flat-floor cabin than many traditional midsize Citations. The Praetor 500 is its direct evolution, adding range and aerodynamic improvements, while the Legacy 500 provides a longer cabin and more super-midsize capability.
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Market position
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