BD-700 Global Express vs Gulfstream V

Canadian long-range business jet, developed in the 1990s, renowned for corporate and VIP transport globally.
Picture of BD-700 Global Express
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
American business jet, active during the late 20th and early 21st century, widely operated for long-range, high-speed corporate travel.
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Gulfstream
First flight 28 November 1995
Year introduced 1997
Number produced 193 units
Average unit price $18 million
Wing area 95.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 29.0 m â—‰
Height 7.3 m â—‰
Length 30.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 950 km/h
Operational range 11,100 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,545 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 45,132 kg â—‰
Empty weight 22,566 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 6,690 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Bombardier BD-700 Global Express
Wing area 106.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 28.5 m â—‰
Height 7.7 m â—‰
Length 29.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 12,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,545 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 41,050 kg â—‰
Empty weight 20,956 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 6,690 kgf â—‰
Profile drawing of Gulfstream Gulfstream V

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Photo of BD-700 Global Express by Bombardier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream V?
The BD-700 Global Express is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the Gulfstream V's 0 km/h, a difference of 950 km/h.
Which has longer range, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V has a longer range at 12,000 km compared to the BD-700 Global Express's 11,100 km.
Which can fly higher, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the BD-700 Global Express's 15,545 meters (51,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream V?
The BD-700 Global Express has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,132 kg compared to the Gulfstream V's 41,050 kg.
Which is larger, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream V?
The BD-700 Global Express is longer at 30.3 meters compared to the Gulfstream V's 29.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream V?
The BD-700 Global Express is more expensive at approximately $25 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream V at $18 million.
Which entered service first, the BD-700 Global Express or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V entered service first in 1997, 2 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 V?
The BD-700 Global Express has been produced in greater numbers with 816 units compared to 193 units of the Gulfstream V.