Beechcraft 390 Premier I vs Gulfstream G100

Overview

The Beechcraft 390 Premier I and the Gulfstream G100 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Beechcraft and Gulfstream respectively.

Top speed is 841 km/h for the Beechcraft 390 Premier I vs 874 km/h for the Gulfstream G100. The Beechcraft 390 Premier I has an operational range of 2,519 km vs 5,462 km for the Gulfstream G100. The Gulfstream G100 operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 12,497 m for the Beechcraft 390 Premier I. At 11,500 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream G100 is 2.0x the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 5,670 kg.

The Beechcraft 390 Premier I has been produced in 292 units vs 265 for the Gulfstream G100. Unit cost is $5M for the Beechcraft 390 Premier I vs $4.3M for the Gulfstream G100. The Gulfstream G100 first flew 14 years before the Beechcraft 390 Premier I (1984 vs 1998).

American business jet, produced in the late 20th century, utilized globally primarily in aial ambulance and executive transport roles.
Beechcraft Beechcraft 390 Premier I Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Beechcraft
First flight 22 December 1998
Year introduced 2001
Number produced 292 units
Average unit price $5 million
Israeli-American mid-size business jet, recognized for transcontinental range, introduced in the late 20th century.
Gulfstream Gulfstream G100 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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
Wing area 23.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 13.6 m β—‰
Height 4.7 m β—‰
Length 14.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 841 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,519 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,497 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,627 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 522 kgf β—‰
Wing area 29.4 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 16.6 m β—‰
Height 5.5 m β—‰
Length 17.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 874 km/h β—‰
Operational range 5,462 km β—‰
Service ceiling 13,716 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg β—‰
Empty weight 6,531 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 964 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 is faster with a maximum speed of 874 km/h compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 841 km/h, a difference of 33 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 has a longer range at 5,462 km compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 2,519 km.
Which can fly higher, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 12,497 meters (41,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,500 kg compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 5,670 kg.
Which is larger, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 is longer at 17.0 meters compared to the Beechcraft 390 Premier I's 14.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Gulfstream G100?
The Beechcraft 390 Premier I is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream G100 at $4.3 million.
Which entered service first, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 entered service first in 1985, 16 years before the Beechcraft 390 Premier I which entered service in 2001.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Beechcraft 390 Premier I or Gulfstream G100?
The Beechcraft 390 Premier I has been produced in greater numbers with 292 units compared to 265 units of the Gulfstream G100.