Midsize Jet (Legacy)
Cessna Citation VII: Complete Specs, Performance, and Buyer's Guide (2026)
Cessna Aircraft Company
Cessna Citation VII: Complete Specs, Performance, and Buyer's Guide (2026)
The Cessna Citation VII (Model 650, in production from 1992 to 2000) is the most powerful and most successful variant of the Citation 650 series featuring more powerful Garrett TFE731-4R-2S engines, redesigned cabin to reduce ambient noise, full-width aft lavatory with optional dressing room configuration, and customizable interiors. Per Jetcraft: "The Citation VII model is a continuation of the Citation III model and the latest in the 650 series of Citation jets. The first flight of the Citation VII took place in February 1991. Production ended in 2000 with a total of 119 deliveries." Per BusinessAirNews: "The Citation VII has more powerful Garrett TFE731-4R-2S turbofans, each giving 4,080 lbf of thrust so improving the payload range and hot and high performance. It first flew in February 1991 and the type was certificated in January 1992. The VII was in production for eight years. Its cabin was re-designed to reduce ambient noise and it was equipped with more powerful engines to fly higher, faster and farther." For $1.65 million more than the Citation III, the Citation VII offered substantially more powerful engines and customizable cabin interiors with a wide range of trim and seat fabrics, galley equipment, and in-flight entertainment options. After the launch of the $12 million Citation Sovereign (due for certification in third quarter of 2003), the final Citation 650 family aircraft rolled off the assembly line on September 15, 2000. Powered by two Honeywell (Garrett) TFE731-4R-2S turbofan engines (each producing 4,080 lbf of thrust at 18.1 kN - +430 lbf vs Citation III/VI), the Citation VII delivers Mach 0.83 max cruise, 1,833 nm range NBAA IFR with 4 passengers, 51,000 ft service ceiling. 251 GPH combined fuel burn per Jetcraft. Cabin: 422 cu ft volume per Jetcraft / 438 cu ft per other sources (same physical dimensions as Citation III/VI). Standard 7 passenger + 2 crew typical configuration. Full-width aft lavatory that could be outfitted as a dressing room. MTOW 22,450 lb (+448 lb vs Citation VI). Empty weight 11,720 lb (slightly less than VI). Total production: 119 Citation VIIs delivered between 1992 and 2000. Per Jetcraft: 117 Citation VII aircraft in operation today, 111 owned outright, 12% leased. North America has the largest percentage (70%), followed by Europe (10%) and South America (10%). A fractional operator ordered 20 Citation VIIs for a major fractional operator fractional ownership program in 1996. Pre-owned per Jettly: $2M+ (commands $500+ per charter hour vs Citation VI). Per BusinessAirNews: typical $650K-$2.322M pre-owned for Citation 650 family.
For operators wanting Cessna's most powerful and most successful Citation 650 variant with substantially more powerful Honeywell TFE731-4R-2S engines (+430 lbf per engine vs Citation III/VI), improved payload-range and hot-and-high performance, redesigned cabin for reduced ambient noise, custom interior options with wide range of trim/seat fabrics/galley/entertainment, full-width aft lavatory with optional dressing room configuration, 1,833 nm NBAA IFR range, 51,000 ft service ceiling, premium Citation heritage with 119 substantial fleet, a major fractional operator fractional heritage, and $2M+ pre-owned market, the Citation VII represents Cessna's most successful Heritage Citation 650 variant.
Cessna Citation VII Specifications at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | Midsize Jet (Legacy) |
| Production Status | Discontinued September 15, 2000 |
| Designation | Cessna Citation VII (Model 650) |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
| Predecessor / Sibling | Cessna Citation III (Model 650, 1983-1992) |
| Sibling | Cessna Citation VI (Model 650 amendment, 1991-1995, economy-spec) |
| Successor | Cessna Citation Sovereign (Model 680, 2004-Present) |
| Final Citation 650 Aircraft | September 15, 2000 |
| First Flight | February 1991 |
| FAA Certification | January 1992 |
| Production Years | 1992 to 2000 |
| Industry Distinction | Most powerful Citation 650 variant |
| Industry Distinction | Custom interior options (vs Citation VI generic) |
| Industry Distinction | Full-width aft lavatory with optional dressing room |
| Industry Distinction | Redesigned cabin to reduce ambient noise |
| Industry Distinction | Most successful Citation 650 (119 built vs III's 127 vs VI's 38) |
| 1996 a major fractional operator Order | 20 Citation VIIs (a fractional operator) |
| Crew | 2 |
| Passengers (Typical) | 7 |
| Passengers (Maximum) | 8 |
| Engines | 2× Honeywell (Garrett) TFE731-4R-2S turbofans |
| Thrust per Engine | 4,080 lbf (18.1 kN) - +430 lbf vs Citation III/VI |
| Total Thrust | 8,160 lbf |
| Engine Combined Fuel Burn (per Jetcraft) | 251 GPH |
| Improved Capability vs Citation III/VI | Higher payload range + hot and high performance |
| Avionics | Honeywell SPZ-8000 with digital systems |
| Other Avionics | Custom configurations available |
| Connectivity | Modern retrofits available |
| Max Cruise | Mach 0.83 |
| Max Range (per Jetcraft NBAA IFR 4 pax) | 1,833 nm |
| Service Ceiling | 51,000 ft |
| Cabin Length | 18.7 ft (same as Citation III/VI) |
| Cabin Width | 5.7 ft |
| Cabin Height | 5.8 ft |
| Cabin Volume (per Jetcraft) | 422 cu ft |
| Cabin Volume (alternate sources) | 438 cu ft |
| Cabin Acoustic Treatment | Redesigned to reduce ambient noise |
| Lavatory | Full-width aft (optional dressing room outfit) |
| Custom Interior Options | Wide range of trim, seat fabrics, galley, entertainment |
| Wingspan | 53 ft 6 in (same as Citation III/VI) |
| Aircraft Length | 55 ft 6 in |
| Aircraft Height | 16 ft 10 in |
| Empty Weight | 11,720 lb |
| MTOW | 22,450 lb |
| Pre-Owned (per Jettly) | $2,000,000+ |
| Pre-Owned Range (per BusinessAirNews) | $650,000 to $2,322,000 |
| Charter Premium vs Citation VI | $500+ per hour additional |
| Total Production | 119 aircraft |
| Current Operating Fleet (per Jetcraft) | 117 aircraft |
History as the Most Successful Citation 650 Variant
The Citation VII represents Cessna's strategic decision to offer a more powerful and customizable Citation 650 variant - which became the most successful 650 family member.
Platform timeline:
- 1976: Citation III announced at NBAA convention
- May 30, 1979: Citation III first flight
- April 30, 1982: Citation III FAA certification
- 1983-1992: Citation III production (127 built)
- 1990: Citation IV (Model 670) cancelled in favor of VI + VII
- February 1991: Both Citation VI and Citation VII first flight
- April 1991: Citation VI first delivery (economy-spec variant)
- January 1992: Citation VII FAA certification (Model 650)
- 1992: Citation VII begins production
- May 1995: Citation VI production ends (only 38-39 built)
- 1996: a major fractional operator orders 20 Citation VIIs (a fractional operator)
- 2000: Citation VII production ends
- September 15, 2000: Final Citation 650 family aircraft rolls off line
- 2004: Citation Sovereign (Model 680) succeeds 650 series
Per Wikipedia: "After the launch of the $12 million Citation Sovereign due for certification in the third quarter of 2003 and first delivery for the first quarter of 2004, the final Citation 650 was set to roll off the assembly line on 15 September 2000, 119 were built."
Why the Citation VII Is the Most Successful Citation 650
The Citation VII introduced industry-defining capabilities for the Citation 650 family:
1. More Powerful Garrett TFE731-4R-2S Engines
The defining Citation VII advantage:
- 4,080 lbf per engine (+430 lbf vs Citation III/VI): Premium thrust class
- 8,160 lbf total thrust: Industry-leading
- Improved payload-range performance: Modern positioning
- Improved hot and high performance: Industry-leading
- Premium operational versatility: Modern positioning
2. Custom Interior Options
- Wide range of trim + seat fabrics: Premium positioning
- Galley equipment customization: Industry-leading
- In-flight entertainment options: Premium positioning
- Industry-distinct vs Citation VI generic interior: Premium
3. Full-Width Aft Lavatory + Optional Dressing Room
- Full-width aft lavatory: Industry-leading
- Optional dressing room outfit: Premium positioning
- Industry-distinct: Modern positioning
- Industry-leading amenity: Premium positioning
4. Redesigned Cabin for Reduced Ambient Noise
- Substantially improved acoustic treatment: Industry-leading
- Premium passenger experience: Modern positioning
- Industry-distinct vs Citation III/VI: Premium
5. 1,833 nm NBAA IFR Range
- Industry-leading for midsize class: Premium positioning
- New York to Miami / Toronto to Dallas non-stop: Modern
- Industry-leading payload-range: Premium
6. 51,000 ft Service Ceiling
- Industry-leading for midsize class: Premium positioning
- Above weather + traffic: Industry-leading
- Modern operational envelope: Premium positioning
7. Most Successful Citation 650 Family Member
- 119 aircraft produced (most of 360 family total): Industry-leading
- 117 still in operation today: Premium positioning
- a major fractional operator fractional heritage (20 ordered 1996): Modern positioning
- Industry-leading commercial heritage: Premium
8. Hot and High Performance
- Improved vs Citation III/VI: Industry-leading
- Premium operational versatility: Modern positioning
- Industry-distinct flexibility: Premium
Cabin Interior
The Citation VII cabin features the same dimensions as Citation III/VI but with redesigned acoustic treatment and customization:
| Cabin Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Cabin Length | 18.7 ft |
| Cabin Width | 5.7 ft |
| Cabin Height | 5.8 ft |
| Cabin Volume (per Jetcraft) | 422 cu ft |
| Cabin Volume (alternate) | 438 cu ft |
| Acoustic Treatment | Redesigned to reduce ambient noise |
| Lavatory | Full-width aft (optional dressing room outfit) |
| Custom Interior Options | Wide range available |
Standard Configuration
- 7 Passengers Typical: Premium positioning
- Up to 8 Passengers Maximum: Premium maximum
- Custom Interior Options: Wide range of trim/fabrics/galley/entertainment
- Full-Width Aft Lavatory: Industry-leading
- Optional Dressing Room Configuration: Premium amenity
- Redesigned Cabin for Reduced Noise: Premium positioning
- Premium Galley Equipment Customization: Industry-leading
- In-Flight Entertainment Options: Premium positioning
Cabin Features
- 18.7 ft cabin length: Industry-leading at price point
- 5.8 ft cabin height (stand-up): Premium positioning
- 422-438 cu ft cabin volume: Industry-leading
- Redesigned acoustic treatment for reduced ambient noise: Premium positioning
- Full-width aft lavatory with optional dressing room: Industry-leading
- Custom interior options (wide range trim/fabrics/galley/entertainment): Premium positioning
- Industry-leading customization potential: Modern positioning
- Modern fit + finish: Premium positioning
- Heritage Citation cabin quality with upscale enhancements: Industry-leading
Performance
Speed and Range
| Performance Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Cruise | Mach 0.83 |
| Max Range (NBAA IFR 4 pax) | 1,833 nm |
| Service Ceiling | 51,000 ft |
| Hot and High Performance | Improved vs Citation III/VI |
Typical Mission Examples
- New York to Miami (~1,090 nm) - non-stop very comfortable
- Toronto to Dallas (~1,200 nm) - non-stop comfortable
- Hot/high airports (Denver, Aspen): Premium positioning vs Citation III/VI
- Industry-leading payload-range: Premium positioning
Engines
Two Honeywell (Garrett) TFE731-4R-2S turbofan engines (vs Citation III/VI's TFE731-3 family), each producing 4,080 lbf of thrust (+430 lbf per engine).
Key features:
- TFE731-4R-2S (uprated variant): Modern positioning
- 4,080 lbf per engine (+430 lbf vs Citation III/VI): Premium thrust class
- 8,160 lbf total thrust: Industry-leading
- Two-spool geared turbofan: Modern engineering
- 251 GPH combined fuel burn: Premium positioning
- Substantially improved payload-range: Industry-leading
- Improved hot and high performance: Industry-leading
- Modern reliability: Industry-leading
Avionics
Customizable integrated avionics:
- Honeywell SPZ-8000 family: Modern integration
- Custom configurations available at buyer specification: Premium positioning
- Digital systems standard: Modern
- FAR Part 25 certified: Industry-leading
- Modern retrofits available: Premium positioning
Operating Costs
| Cost Item | Per Hour |
|---|---|
| Fuel (~251 GPH combined) | $1,580 |
| Engine Reserve (TFE731-4R) | $500 |
| Airframe Maintenance | $600 |
| Insurance + Hangar | $400 |
| Crew | $600 |
| Other Variable | $300 |
| Total Direct Operating Cost (Estimated) | ~$4,000/hr |
Annual operating budget: $2-2.5M. Commands $500+ per charter hour vs Citation VI per Jettly.
Pricing
| Year/Status | Price |
|---|---|
| Pre-Owned (per Jettly) | $2,000,000+ |
| Pre-Owned Range (per BusinessAirNews) | $650,000 to $2,322,000 |
| Citation III for comparison | ~$1M pre-owned per Jettly |
| Citation VI for comparison | ~$1.2M pre-owned per Jettly |
| Charter Hour Premium vs Citation VI | $500+ |
Mission Profile
Best fit profiles:
- Step-Up From Citation VI: More powerful engines + custom interior + better hot/high
- Premium Citation 650 Operators: Industry-leading
- Hot and High Operators: Premium positioning (Denver, Aspen, etc.)
- a major fractional operator Fractional Heritage: Premium positioning
- Charter / Corporate Shuttle Operators: Premium positioning
- Heritage Citation Operators with Custom Interior Preference: Industry-leading
- Multi-Generational Operators: Premium positioning
Less suited if:
- You need maximum modern range (consider Citation X / Sovereign)
- You require modern avionics (retrofits recommended)
- You need lowest acquisition (consider Citation III / VI)
- You require modern cabin technology (consider Citation Excel / Sovereign)
Pros and Cons
What the Citation VII Does Well
- 1,833 nm NBAA IFR range
- Mach 0.83 max cruise
- 51,000 ft service ceiling
- Two Honeywell (Garrett) TFE731-4R-2S engines (4,080 lbf each)
- 8,160 lbf total thrust (+860 lbf vs Citation III/VI)
- 251 GPH combined fuel burn
- Substantially improved payload-range vs Citation III/VI
- Improved hot and high performance
- 18.7 ft cabin length (same as Citation III/VI)
- 5.7 ft cabin width
- 5.8 ft cabin height (stand-up)
- 422-438 cu ft cabin volume
- Redesigned cabin for reduced ambient noise
- Full-width aft lavatory with optional dressing room configuration
- Custom interior options (wide range of trim/fabrics/galley/entertainment)
- 7-8 passengers typical
- 2 crew
- 22,450 lb MTOW (+448 lb vs Citation VI)
- 11,720 lb empty weight
- Honeywell SPZ-8000 family avionics
- Modern customization potential
- 119 aircraft produced (most of Citation 650 family)
- 117 still in operation today
- a major fractional operator fractional heritage (20 ordered 1996)
- North America 70% / Europe 10% / South America 10% operator base
- $2M+ pre-owned market
- Strong residual value within Heritage Citation market
- Premium Citation heritage
- Cessna (Textron Aviation) worldwide service network
Tradeoffs to Understand
- Production ended September 15, 2000
- 251 GPH fuel burn (substantial for midsize class)
- Range less than modern Citation X / Sovereign
- Older avionics in many examples (retrofits available)
- Production runs ended decades ago
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Citation VII different from the Citation VI?
The Citation VII (1992-2000) is the more powerful and more successful sibling of the Citation VI (1991-1995, economy-spec). Key differences: VII has more powerful TFE731-4R-2S engines at 4,080 lbf each (vs VI's TFE731-3B at 3,650 lbf - +430 lbf per engine, +860 lbf total), substantially improved payload-range and hot-and-high performance, custom interior options with wide range of trim/seat fabrics/galley/entertainment (vs VI's generic standardized interior), full-width aft lavatory with optional dressing room configuration (vs VI's standard lavatory), redesigned cabin for reduced ambient noise (vs VI same as Citation III), 22,450 lb MTOW (+448 lb vs VI's 22,002 lb). 119 Citation VIIs built vs only 38-39 Citation VIs.
How is the Citation VII different from the Citation III?
The Citation VII (1992-2000) is the more powerful successor to the Citation III (1983-1992). Key differences: VII has more powerful TFE731-4R-2S engines at 4,080 lbf (vs Citation III's TFE731-3B at 3,650 lbf), substantially improved payload-range and hot-and-high performance, redesigned cabin for reduced ambient noise, full-width aft lavatory with optional dressing room.
How is the Citation VII different from the Citation Sovereign?
The Citation Sovereign (Model 680, 2004-Present) is the modern successor to the Citation 650 series. Key differences: Sovereign has new airframe (vs VII's Citation III heritage), Pratt & Whitney PW306C engines (vs VII's TFE731-4R), modern Honeywell Primus Epic avionics (vs VII's SPZ-8000), 3,200+ nm range (vs VII's 1,833 nm), substantially larger and more modern cabin.
What engines power the Citation VII?
Two Honeywell (Garrett) TFE731-4R-2S two-spool geared turbofan engines, each producing 4,080 lbf of thrust (18.1 kN). Total thrust: 8,160 lbf. 251 GPH combined fuel burn per Jetcraft. +430 lbf per engine vs Citation III/VI's TFE731-3B-100S.
How far can a Citation VII fly?
The Citation VII has a range of 1,833 nm NBAA IFR with 4 passengers per Jetcraft. This enables non-stop routes like New York to Miami, Toronto to Dallas, and improved payload-range vs Citation III/VI for longer mission flexibility.
How many Citation VIIs were produced?
Total production: 119 Citation VII aircraft delivered between 1992 and 2000 over an 8-year production run per Jetcraft and Wikipedia. Of those, 117 remain in operation today per Jetcraft. The Citation VII is the most successful 650 family member - 119 produced vs Citation III's 127 and Citation VI's only 38-39. Total 360 of all 650 variants delivered combined.
What's a major fractional operator connection?
What's the Citation VII pre-owned market like?
Pre-owned Citation VII market per Jettly: $2M+ (commands $500+ per charter hour vs Citation VI). Per BusinessAirNews: typical $650K-$2.32M range. North America has the largest percentage of Citation VII aircraft (70%), followed by Europe (10%) and South America (10%). 117 in operation today provide substantial market depth.
The Bottom Line
The Cessna Citation VII (Model 650, in production from 1992 to 2000) represents Cessna's most powerful and most successful variant of the Citation 650 series - delivering more powerful Garrett TFE731-4R-2S engines, redesigned cabin for reduced ambient noise, full-width aft lavatory with optional dressing room configuration, and customizable interiors that distinguished it as the upscale alternative to the Citation VI economy variant. With substantial industry-defining capabilities (two Honeywell / Garrett TFE731-4R-2S two-spool geared turbofan engines providing 4,080 lbf each at 18.1 kN with 8,160 lbf total thrust - representing +430 lbf per engine and +860 lbf total over Citation III/VI's TFE731-3B-100S at 3,650 lbf with substantially improved payload-range and hot-and-high performance + 251 GPH combined fuel burn per Jetcraft, Mach 0.83 max cruise, 1,833 nm NBAA IFR range with 4 passengers enabling non-stop routes like New York to Miami and Toronto to Dallas, 51,000 ft service ceiling industry-leading for midsize class, same cabin physical dimensions as Citation III/VI of 18.7 ft length + 5.7 ft width + 5.8 ft stand-up height + 422-438 cu ft volume with redesigned cabin acoustic treatment for substantially reduced ambient noise + full-width aft lavatory with optional dressing room configuration + custom interior options with wide range of trim and seat fabrics, galley equipment, and in-flight entertainment options, 22,450 lb MTOW +448 lb vs Citation VI + 11,720 lb empty weight, Honeywell SPZ-8000 family avionics with customizable configurations + FAR Part 25 certified at commercial jet standards), the Citation VII delivered Cessna's most successful Heritage Citation 650 variant. Per BusinessAirNews: "The Citation VII has more powerful Garrett TFE731-4R-2S turbofans, each giving 4,080 lbf of thrust so improving the payload range and hot and high performance. It first flew in February 1991 and the type was certificated in January 1992. The VII was in production for eight years. Its cabin was re-designed to reduce ambient noise and it was equipped with more powerful engines to fly higher, faster and farther." Per Wikipedia: "For $1.65 million more than the III, the Citation VII has more powerful engines to improve the payload-range and hot and high performance. The cabin interior was customized to each buyer's preference, with a wide range of trim and seat fabrics, galley equipment, and in-flight entertainment options, and the aircraft came with a full-width aft lavatory that could be outfitted as a dressing room." Standard configuration accommodates 7 passengers typical (up to 8 maximum) with 2 crew in customizable interiors with full-width aft lavatory and optional dressing room outfit. After the launch of the $12 million Citation Sovereign due for certification in the third quarter of 2003 and first delivery for the first quarter of 2004, the final Citation 650 family aircraft rolled off the assembly line on September 15, 2000. Total production: 119 Citation VIIs delivered between 1992 and 2000 over an 8-year production run - the most successful Citation 650 family member representing 119 of the 360 total 650 family aircraft delivered. Of the 119 built, 117 remain in operation today per Jetcraft. Most current Citation VII aircraft are owned outright (111), with 12% leased. North America has the largest percentage of Citation VII aircraft (70%), followed by Europe (10%) and South America (10%). Pre-owned market per Jettly: $2M+ (commands $500+ per charter hour vs Citation VI). Per BusinessAirNews: $650K-$2.32M range. Premium Citation heritage with substantial fleet market depth. Modern customization potential. Strong residual value within Heritage Citation market. Cessna (Textron Aviation) worldwide service network continues to support the Citation VII platform.
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Production of the Cessna Citation VII ended September 15, 2000. All Citation VII acquisitions are pre-owned. Cessna (Textron Aviation) provides worldwide parts/support. Specifications accurate as of 2026.