Falcon 2000 vs Gulfstream IV

Overview

The Falcon 2000 and the Gulfstream IV are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault and Gulfstream respectively.

Top speed is 1,050 km/h for the Falcon 2000 vs 935 km/h for the Gulfstream IV. The Falcon 2000 has an operational range of 7,408 km vs 7,815 km for the Gulfstream IV. The Falcon 2000 operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 13,716 m for the Gulfstream IV.

The Falcon 2000 has been produced in 675 units vs 900 for the Gulfstream IV. Unit cost is $28M for the Falcon 2000 vs $26M for the Gulfstream IV. The Gulfstream IV first flew 8 years before the Falcon 2000 (1985 vs 1993).

French business jet, launched in the late 20th century, extensively used for private and business aviation worldwide.
Dassault Falcon 2000 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Dassault
First flight 4 March 1993
Year introduced 1995
Number produced 675 units
Average unit price $28 million
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 πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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
Wing area 49.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 19.3 m β—‰
Height 7.1 m β—‰
Length 20.2 m β—‰
Maximum speed 1050 km/h β—‰
Operational range 7,408 km β—‰
Service ceiling 15,545 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 18,597 kg β—‰
Empty weight 9,405 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,588 kgf β—‰
Wing area 88.3 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 23.5 m β—‰
Height 7.7 m β—‰
Length 27.2 m β—‰
Maximum speed 935 km/h β—‰
Operational range 7,815 km β—‰
Service ceiling 13,716 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 33,520 kg β—‰
Empty weight 19,504 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 3,141 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream IV?
The Falcon 2000 is faster with a maximum speed of 1,050 km/h compared to the Gulfstream IV's 935 km/h, a difference of 115 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV has a longer range at 7,815 km compared to the Falcon 2000's 7,408 km.
Which can fly higher, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream IV?
The Falcon 2000 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 Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,520 kg compared to the Falcon 2000's 18,597 kg.
Which is larger, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV is longer at 27.2 meters compared to the Falcon 2000's 20.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream IV?
The Falcon 2000 is more expensive at approximately $28 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream IV at $26 million.
Which entered service first, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV entered service first in 1987, 8 years before the Falcon 2000 which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Falcon 2000 or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV has been produced in greater numbers with 900 units compared to 675 units of the Falcon 2000.