Super Midsize Jet
Embraer Legacy 450
Range
2,904 NM
Cruise speed
462 kts
Seats
7-8
History
Embraer designed the Legacy 450 to sit between the Phenom 300 and the Legacy 600 in its range. The company announced it at the 2007 NBAA convention together with the Legacy 500, the larger of the two new mid-size designs. Development of the 450 followed the 500, and its timetable ran about a year behind.
It was the first jet of its size to combine fly-by-wire flight controls with a flat-floor cabin and standing headroom. The aircraft made its first flight on 28 December 2013, and after a full certification programme it was approved on 11 August 2015. Production continued until 2020.
In October 2018 Embraer introduced the Praetor 500, a development with additional fuel capacity for longer range. Owners of existing Legacy 450s were offered an upgrade to Praetor 500 standard, which allowed earlier aircraft to benefit from the same improvement and showed the manufacturer's continued support for its customers.
Technical Specifications
General information
| Model name | Legacy 450 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Embraer |
| Aircraft category | super midsize jet |
| ICAO Designator | E545 |
| Start/End of Production | 2015 - 2020 |
| Number of pilot(s) | 2 |
Performances
| Range (with IFR reserves) | 2904 NM (5378 km) |
|---|---|
| Ferry range | 3100 NM (5741 km) |
| Cruise speed | 462 kts (856 km/h) |
| Max Operating Speed – VMO | 320 KIAS |
| Max Mach Operating Speed - MMO | Mach 0.83 |
| Long-Range Cruise Speed - LRC | 438 KTAS |
| Approach Speed | 122 kts |
| Takeoff Distance | 1219 m |
| Average Landing Distance | 637 m |
| Rate of Climb | 3866 ft/min |
| Service Ceiling | 45000 ft |
| Thrust | 6540 lbf |
Aircraft technology
| Engine type | Turbofan |
|---|---|
| Engine(s) | 2 x Honeywell HTF7500E |
| Avionics | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion |
Dimensions and capacity
| Aircraft length | 19.69 m |
|---|---|
| Aircraft height | 6.43 m |
| Wing span | 21.17 m |
| Cabin height | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Cabin length | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| Cabin width | 2.08 m (6.83 ft) |
| Baggage volume | 4.2 m3 |
| Seats (standard config) | 7-8 |
| Seats (max) | 9 |
| Suitcases | 6 |
| Carry-on luggage | 2 |
| Maximum payload | 1350 kg |
| Maximum TakeOff Weight - MTOW | 16200 kg |
| Maximum Landing Weight - MLW | 14750 kg |
FAQ
Is the Legacy 450's range longer than the Citation Latitude's?
It is. The Legacy 450 is rated for 2,904 nautical miles (5,378 km) against 2,678 nautical miles (4,960 km) for the Citation Latitude, about 418 km more. That margin can remove a fuel stop on longer routes. The Embraer is also slightly quicker, at 856 km/h against 826 km/h, while the Latitude has sold in greater numbers.
How many passengers does the Legacy 450 carry?
Standard layouts seat seven or eight, and the maximum is nine. The cabin is 7.32 m long, 2.08 m wide and 1.83 m high, with a flat floor, so passengers can stand upright, which is unusual in this category and makes longer flights noticeably more comfortable. The hold takes around six suitcases.
Where can the Legacy 450 fly non-stop?
Its range with IFR reserves is 2,904 nautical miles (5,378 km). That is enough to cross North America, for example New York to Los Angeles, and most European destinations are within a single leg. On the longest routes, your advisor will check the range against passenger numbers and forecast winds.
Why is fly-by-wire significant on the Legacy 450?
No super midsize jet had fly-by-wire flight controls before the Legacy 450, which was certified in 2015. The system replaces many mechanical links with digital control, which reduces pilot workload and adds flight envelope protection. It also contributes to smoother handling and better fuel efficiency, features usually found on larger and more expensive aircraft.
How fast does the Legacy 450 cruise?
It cruises at 462 knots (856 km/h), one of the quicker speeds in the super midsize category, and its maximum operating speed is Mach 0.83. London to Rome takes under two hours, and the long-range cruise speed of 438 knots is available for longer sectors.
Gallery
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