Engine
Fly the world's fastest business jet.
The Citation X is no conventional airplane. No other business aircraft in the world flies so far, so fast, on so little. Much of the Citation X's speed and efficiency can be attributed to its Rolls-Royce engines. Designed for the rugged demands of regional airline and military operation, the high-bypass AE3007C1 turbofan engine has been custom-tailored to the Citation X. It gives the Citation X the highest thrust-to-weight ratio with the lowest specific fuel consumption of any business jet in its class.
The results are nothing short of spectacular. The Citation X can cross half a dozen time zones without a refueling stop. And you won't have to sacrifice speed to achieve this kind of range. Unlike most business jets that must operate at reduced speeds to accomplish long-range missions, the Citation X will fly at cruising speeds of Mach .82 and higher while achieving true transcontinental range, including trans-Atlantic missions. The 3,300-mile Singapore-to-Tokyo trip is just over six hours. Throttling back to slower speeds that are still faster than any competitor's long-range cruise, the Citation X's fuel consumption actually drops below that of some others' in its class. And you'll still arrive at your destinations sooner.
Two dual channel FADEC controlled Rolls-Royce AE3007C1 turbo fan engines are installed on the Citation X. The AE3007C1 features two spools with a 14-stage axial flow compressor, two-stage high pressure turbine and a three-stage low pressure turbine. The engine has a bypass ratio of 5:1 and a static takeoff thrust at sea level of 6,764 pounds (30.09 kN) flat rated up to 86°F (30°C). Hydraulically actuated, target-type thrust reversers are attached to each engine. An APU is incorporated for engine start and other benefits.
