Falcon 8X vs Gulfstream G100
The Falcon 8X and the Gulfstream G100 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Dassault and Gulfstream respectively. Top speed is 1,111 km/h for the Falcon 8X vs 874 km/h for the Gulfstream G100. The Falcon 8X has an operational range of 11,945 km vs 5,462 km for the Gulfstream G100. The Falcon 8X operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 13,716 m for the Gulfstream G100. At 33,113 kg MTOW, the Falcon 8X is 2.9x the Gulfstream G100's 11,500 kg. The Falcon 8X has been produced in 289 units vs 265 for the Gulfstream G100. Unit cost is $50M for the Falcon 8X vs $4.3M for the Gulfstream G100. The Gulfstream G100 first flew 31 years before the Falcon 8X (1984 vs 2015).
| French high-end business jet, developed as a derivative of the Falcon 7X with a longer fuselage and modernized equipment. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 6 February 2015 |
| Year introduced | 2016 |
| Number produced | 289 units |
| Average unit price | $50 million |
| Israeli-American mid-size business jet, recognized for transcontinental range, introduced in the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 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 | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 26.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 24.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1111 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 11,945 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,545 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 33,113 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 3 x 1,020 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 29.4 m² |
| Wingspan | 16.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 874 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,462 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 11,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,531 kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 964 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Falcon 8X or Gulfstream G100?
The Falcon 8X is faster with a maximum speed of 1,111 km/h compared to the Gulfstream G100's 874 km/h, a difference of 237 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Falcon 8X or Gulfstream G100?
The Falcon 8X has a longer range at 11,945 km compared to the Gulfstream G100's 5,462 km.
Which can fly higher, the Falcon 8X or Gulfstream G100?
The Falcon 8X has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the Gulfstream G100's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Falcon 8X or Gulfstream G100?
The Falcon 8X has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,113 kg compared to the Gulfstream G100's 11,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Falcon 8X or Gulfstream G100?
The Falcon 8X is longer at 24.5 meters compared to the Gulfstream G100's 17.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Falcon 8X or Gulfstream G100?
The Falcon 8X is more expensive at approximately $50 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream G100 at $4.3 million.
Which entered service first, the Falcon 8X or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 entered service first in 1985, 31 years before the Falcon 8X which entered service in 2016.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Falcon 8X or Gulfstream G100?
The Falcon 8X has been produced in greater numbers with 289 units compared to 265 units of the Gulfstream G100.