BD-700 Global Express vs Gulfstream IV

Overview

The BD-700 Global Express and the Gulfstream IV are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Bombardier and Gulfstream respectively.

Top speed is 950 km/h for the BD-700 Global Express vs 935 km/h for the Gulfstream IV. The BD-700 Global Express has an operational range of 11,100 km vs 7,815 km for the Gulfstream IV. The BD-700 Global Express operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 13,716 m for the Gulfstream IV.

The BD-700 Global Express has been produced in 816 units vs 900 for the Gulfstream IV. Unit cost is $25M for the BD-700 Global Express vs $26M for the Gulfstream IV. The Gulfstream IV first flew 11 years before the BD-700 Global Express (1985 vs 1996).

BD-700 Global Express

Canadian long-range business jet, developed in the 1990s, renowned for corporate and VIP transport globally.
Bombardier BD-700 Global Express Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇦 Canada
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Bombardier
First flight 13 October 1996
Year introduced 1999
Number produced 816 units
Average unit price $25 million
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Gulfstream IV

American business jet from the late 20th century, recognized for its widespread use in corporate and private aviation.
Gulfstream Gulfstream IV Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Gulfstream
First flight 19 September 1985
Year introduced 1987
Number produced 900 units
Average unit price $26 million
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BD-700 Global Express

Wing area 95.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 29.0 m ◉
Height 7.3 m ◉
Length 30.3 m ◉
Maximum speed 950 km/h ◉
Operational range 11,100 km ◉
Service ceiling 15,545 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 45,132 kg ◉
Empty weight 22,566 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 3,345 kgf ◉

Gulfstream IV

Wing area 88.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 23.5 m ◉
Height 7.7 m ◉
Length 27.2 m ◉
Maximum speed 935 km/h ◉
Operational range 7,815 km ◉
Service ceiling 13,716 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 33,520 kg ◉
Empty weight 19,504 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 3,141 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream IV?
The BD-700 Global Express is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the Gulfstream IV's 935 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream IV?
The BD-700 Global Express has a longer range at 11,100 km compared to the Gulfstream IV's 7,815 km.
Which can fly higher, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream IV?
The BD-700 Global Express has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the Gulfstream IV's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream IV?
The BD-700 Global Express has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,132 kg compared to the Gulfstream IV's 33,520 kg.
Which is larger, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream IV?
The BD-700 Global Express is longer at 30.3 meters compared to the Gulfstream IV's 27.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV is more expensive at approximately $26 million per unit compared to the BD-700 Global Express at $25 million.
Which entered service first, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV entered service first in 1987, 12 years before the BD-700 Global Express which entered service in 1999.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV has been produced in greater numbers with 900 units compared to 816 units of the BD-700 Global Express.

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