An-2 Colt vs Gulfstream G100

Overview

The An-2 Colt and the Gulfstream G100 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Antonov and Gulfstream respectively.

The Gulfstream G100 reaches 874 km/h — 3.4x the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h. The An-2 Colt has an operational range of 845 km vs 5,462 km for the Gulfstream G100. The Gulfstream G100 operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 4,500 m for the An-2 Colt. At 11,500 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream G100 is 2.1x the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.

The An-2 Colt has been produced in 18,000 units vs 265 for the Gulfstream G100. Unit cost is $0.1M for the An-2 Colt vs $4.3M for the Gulfstream G100. The An-2 Colt first flew 37 years before the Gulfstream G100 (1947 vs 1984).

An-2 Colt

Soviet single-engine biplane aircraft, mass-produced since 1947, remaining in service for military and civilian operations.
Antonov An-2 Colt Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Antonov
First flight 31 August 1947
Year introduced 1947
Number produced 18000 units
Average unit price $100K
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Gulfstream G100

Israeli-American mid-size business jet, recognized for transcontinental range, introduced in the late 20th century.
Gulfstream Gulfstream G100 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Gulfstream
First flight 1 January 1984
Year introduced 1985
Number produced 265 units
Average unit price $4.3 million
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An-2 Colt

Wing area 71.5 m² ◉
Wingspan 18.2 m ◉
Height 4.1 m ◉
Length 12.4 m ◉
Maximum speed 258 km/h ◉
Operational range 845 km ◉
Service ceiling 4,500 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 5,440 kg ◉
Empty weight 3,300 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 750 kW ◉

Gulfstream G100

Wing area 29.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 16.6 m ◉
Height 5.5 m ◉
Length 17.0 m ◉
Maximum speed 874 km/h ◉
Operational range 5,462 km ◉
Service ceiling 13,716 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg ◉
Empty weight 6,531 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 964 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-2 Colt or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 is faster with a maximum speed of 874 km/h compared to the An-2 Colt's 258 km/h, a difference of 616 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-2 Colt or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 has a longer range at 5,462 km compared to the An-2 Colt's 845 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-2 Colt or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the An-2 Colt's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-2 Colt or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,500 kg compared to the An-2 Colt's 5,440 kg.
Which is larger, the An-2 Colt or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 is longer at 17.0 meters compared to the An-2 Colt's 12.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-2 Colt or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 is more expensive at approximately $4.3 million per unit compared to the An-2 Colt at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the An-2 Colt or Gulfstream G100?
The An-2 Colt entered service first in 1947, 38 years before the Gulfstream G100 which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-2 Colt or Gulfstream G100?
The An-2 Colt has been produced in greater numbers with 18,000 units compared to 265 units of the Gulfstream G100.

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