Aircraft overview

The Embraer Legacy 600 / 650 is a large cabin business jet family derived from Embraer’s ERJ regional jet platform. The Legacy 600 entered service in the early 2000s, while the longer range Legacy 650 was certified in 2010 and later evolved into the Legacy 650E. Production of the line ended in 2020. Positioned above midsize and super midsize jets, it matters in the used market because it combines a stand up, three zone cabin with transcontinental and intercontinental capability, while retaining the systems heritage of a high utilization airline airframe.

Performance & specifications

Typical high speed cruise is about Mach 0.80, with long range cruise commonly planned around the mid 400 knot range. The Legacy 600 offers approximately 3,250 nautical miles of range under typical NBAA IFR assumptions, while the Legacy 650 increases that figure to about 3,900 nautical miles through added fuel capacity and refinements. Maximum operating altitude is 41,000 feet. Both models are powered by Rolls Royce AE 3007 series turbofans, with the Legacy 650 using uprated engines compared with the Legacy 600. Published maximum payload is roughly 5,000 pounds, depending on serial number and configuration.

Cabin & avionics

The cabin is a key differentiator. Most aircraft are configured for 13 passengers, with three distinct seating areas, a forward galley, an aft lavatory and a large baggage compartment that is accessible in flight. The cabin has a flat floor and generous width for the category, making it attractive for corporate shuttle, owner flown with crew support, and charter use. Avionics are typically Honeywell based, not Garmin. Legacy 600 aircraft commonly feature the Honeywell Primus 1000 suite, while many later aircraft and upgraded examples use Primus Elite displays and related modernization packages.

Buying & value

Used buyers should separate early Legacy 600 aircraft, upgraded Legacy 600 examples, Legacy 650 aircraft and the later Legacy 650E. Important review points include engine program status, landing gear and structural inspection timing, avionics compliance, cabin refurbishment quality, and regional operating approvals such as ADS B Out, WAAS LPV, FANS 1/A or CPDLC where required. In the pre owned market, the Embraer Legacy 600 / 650 typically appeals to buyers seeking large cabin comfort and long range capability at a value oriented entry price compared with purpose built large cabin competitors.