ERJ 135 vs Gulfstream II

The ERJ 135 and the Gulfstream II are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Embraer and Gulfstream respectively. Top speed is 828 km/h for the ERJ 135 vs 935 km/h for the Gulfstream II. The ERJ 135 has an operational range of 3,240 km vs 7,352 km for the Gulfstream II. The Gulfstream II operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 11,278 m for the ERJ 135. The ERJ 135 has been produced in 1,231 units vs 256 for the Gulfstream II. Unit cost is $10.5M for the ERJ 135 vs $1M for the Gulfstream II. The Gulfstream II first flew 32 years before the ERJ 135 (1966 vs 1998).

Brazilian regional jet, known for worldwide commercial and military usage since the late 20th century.
Embraer ERJ 135 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Embraer
First flight 4 July 1998
Year introduced 1997
Number produced 1231 units
Average unit price $10.5 million
American business jet, operational from 1960s to present, widely used for executive transport and various military applications worldwide.
Gulfstream Gulfstream II Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Gulfstream
First flight 2 October 1966
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 256 units
Average unit price $1 million
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 20.0 m β—‰
Height 6.8 m β—‰
Length 26.3 m β—‰
Maximum speed 828 km/h β—‰
Operational range 3,240 km β—‰
Service ceiling 11,278 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 19,000 kg β—‰
Empty weight 11,501 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,769 kgf β—‰
Wing area 75.2 mΒ²
Wingspan 20.8 m β—‰
Height 7.5 m β—‰
Length 24.1 m β—‰
Maximum speed 935 km/h β—‰
Operational range 7,352 km β—‰
Service ceiling 13,716 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 29,710 kg β—‰
Empty weight 16,576 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 2,586 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the ERJ 135 or Gulfstream II?
The Gulfstream II is faster with a maximum speed of 935 km/h compared to the ERJ 135's 828 km/h, a difference of 107 km/h.
Which has longer range, the ERJ 135 or Gulfstream II?
The Gulfstream II has a longer range at 7,352 km compared to the ERJ 135's 3,240 km.
Which can fly higher, the ERJ 135 or Gulfstream II?
The Gulfstream II has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the ERJ 135's 11,278 meters (37,001 ft).
Which is heavier, the ERJ 135 or Gulfstream II?
The Gulfstream II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 29,710 kg compared to the ERJ 135's 19,000 kg.
Which is larger, the ERJ 135 or Gulfstream II?
The ERJ 135 is longer at 26.3 meters compared to the Gulfstream II's 24.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the ERJ 135 or Gulfstream II?
The ERJ 135 is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream II at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the ERJ 135 or Gulfstream II?
The Gulfstream II entered service first in 1967, 30 years before the ERJ 135 which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the ERJ 135 or Gulfstream II?
The ERJ 135 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,231 units compared to 256 units of the Gulfstream II.