Learjet 75 vs Learjet 60

The Learjet 60 (modern midsize) and Learjet 75 (modern light) overlap in production but sit in different segments — the 60 has the midsize cabin and PW305 engines; the 75 has the light cabin and TFE731-40BR engines with modern Garmin Vision avionics.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Learjet 75
For sale now
13
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
7
Source marketplaces
7
Model years available
2013–2021
Learjet 60
For sale now
44
Median asking
$3,650,000
Range
$2,331,500–$4,975,000
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
20
Source marketplaces
11
Model years available
1994–2013

Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.

Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Learjet 75Learjet 60
All events18
Serious00
Fatal00
Fatalities00
% Fatal0%0%
View full Learjet 75 NTSB record →View full Learjet 60 NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Learjet 75 Learjet 60
Learjet 75
View 12 listings →
Median $5,222,500
 Learjet 60
View 43 listings →
Median $3,650,000
Price Range $3,630,000 – $8,213,250 $2,331,500 – $4,975,000
Category Light Jet Midsize Jet
Model Specifications
Seats 9 10
Cruise Speed 435 kts (806 km/h) 438 kts (811 km/h)
Range 2,040 nm (3,778 km) 2,405 nm (4,454 km)
Service Ceiling 51,000 ft (15,545 m) 51,000 ft (15,545 m)
Max Gross Weight 21,500 lbs (9,752 kg) 23,500 lbs (10,660 kg)
Useful Load 5,100 lbs (2,313 kg) 5,800 lbs (2,631 kg)
Fuel Capacity 576.0 gal (2180 L) 635.0 gal (2403 L)
Fuel Burn 170.0 GPH (643 L/h) 185.0 GPH (700 L/h)
TBO 5,000 hrs 5,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $420,000 $450,000
Annual Fixed $380,000 $380,000
Hourly Variable $2,600 $2,800
Engines 2 x Turbofan 2 x Turbofan

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Learjet 75

Fuel$935/hr
Variable$2,600/hr
Annual Fixed$380,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $900,000/yr

Learjet 60

Fuel$1,018/hr
Variable$2,800/hr
Annual Fixed$380,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $940,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Learjet 75 or Learjet 60?

Bottom line: Choose the 60 when you need the midsize cabin and longer range. Choose the 75 for modern avionics, a younger airframe and light-jet economics. The 75 is the more modern aircraft; the 60 is the bigger one. ================================================================ # LEARJET 45 × COMPETITORS (5) ================================================================

Pick the 75 if…

  • Lower operating cost — ~$2600/hr vs $2800/hr.
  • Newer design — production from 2014 vs 1993.

Pick the 60 if…

  • Budget matters — from $2,331,500 vs $3,630,000, you save ~$1,298,500.
  • More seats — 10 vs 9.
  • Faster cruise — 438 kts vs 435 kts.
  • Longer range — 2405 nm vs 2040 nm.
  • More inventory — 43 listings vs 12.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Learjet 75 or Learjet 60?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 75 cruises at 435 kts with 2,040 nm range. The 60 cruises at 438 kts with 2,405 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Learjet 75 and Learjet 60?
75 engine: Honeywell TFE731-40BR. 60 engine: Pratt & Whitney Canada PW305. Seats: 9 vs 10. Cruise: 435 vs 438 kts. Range: 2040 vs 2405 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
75: about $2600/hr variable cost. 60: about $2800/hr variable cost. Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
75: 9 seats / 5,100 lb useful load. 60: 10 seats / 5,800 lb useful load. Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
75: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$420,000. 60: 5,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$450,000. Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data