
Citation Bravo
- Range
- 1,740nm
- Seats
- 7
The Learjet 40XR is a high-climbing light jet offering Learjet speed, a seven-passenger cabin and improved hot-and-high performance over the original 40.

The Learjet 40XR's maximum range is 1,960 nautical miles — 748 nm less than the Learjet 36A, the longest-legged Light 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 | 1,960 nm |
|---|---|
| Max operating speed | 330 KIAS |
| Service ceiling | 51,000 ft |
| FAA landing distance | 2,355 ft |
| Typical passengers | 7 |
|---|---|
| Typical crew | 2 |
| Cabin length | 212 in |
| Cabin width | 61 in |
| Cabin height | 59 in |
| Cabin volume | 369 cu ft |
| Baggage volume | 65 cu ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 21,000 lbs |
|---|---|
| Thrust per engine | 3,650 lbf |
| Engines | 2 |
| Engine model | Honeywell TFE731-20BR |
| Exterior length | 55.6 ft |
| Wingspan | 47.8 ft |
Aircraft decision brief
Model overview
The 40XR is the shorter-cabin member of the Learjet 40/45 family, powered by uprated TFE731-20BR engines. It combines rapid climb, a 51,000-foot ceiling and brisk cruise performance with a compact light-jet cabin.
Production transitioned to the Learjet 70 in 2013. The 40XR remains appealing for small groups that prioritize speed and ramp presence over cabin width or stand-up height.
Mission fit
Decision lens
Planning lens
Confirm TFE731 engine and APU program status, landing-gear and major inspection timing, cycle history and service-action compliance. High-utilization histories require careful structural and records review.
The compact cabin and baggage volume may constrain some missions. Review avionics, connectivity, actual useful load and parts planning across the intended holding period.
Category context
The 40XR is shorter and generally less expensive than the 45XR while sharing much of its systems base. The Learjet 70 adds Garmin G5000 avionics, winglets and updated engines but has a very small fleet.
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Market position
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