CL-600 Challenger vs Gulfstream G100

Overview

The CL-600 Challenger and the Gulfstream G100 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Bombardier and Gulfstream respectively.

Top speed is 882 km/h for the CL-600 Challenger vs 874 km/h for the Gulfstream G100. The CL-600 Challenger has an operational range of 7,400 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 CL-600 Challenger.

The CL-600 Challenger has been produced in 1,066 units vs 265 for the Gulfstream G100. Unit cost is $14M for the CL-600 Challenger vs $4.3M for the Gulfstream G100. The CL-600 Challenger first flew 6 years before the Gulfstream G100 (1978 vs 1984).

Canadian business jet, introduced in the 1980s, extensively deployed for VIP and corporate travel worldwide.
Bombardier CL-600 Challenger Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canada
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Bombardier
First flight 8 November 1978
Year introduced 1980
Number produced 1066 units
Average unit price $14 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 48.3 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 19.6 m β—‰
Height 6.3 m β—‰
Length 20.9 m β—‰
Maximum speed 882 km/h β—‰
Operational range 7,400 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,497 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 19,550 kg β—‰
Empty weight 9,292 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 2,073 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 CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream G100?
The CL-600 Challenger is faster with a maximum speed of 882 km/h compared to the Gulfstream G100's 874 km/h, a difference of 8 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream G100?
The CL-600 Challenger has a longer range at 7,400 km compared to the Gulfstream G100's 5,462 km.
Which can fly higher, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream G100?
The Gulfstream G100 has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 12,497 meters (41,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream G100?
The CL-600 Challenger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,550 kg compared to the Gulfstream G100's 11,500 kg.
Which is larger, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream G100?
The CL-600 Challenger is longer at 20.9 meters compared to the Gulfstream G100's 17.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream G100?
The CL-600 Challenger is more expensive at approximately $14 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream G100 at $4.3 million.
Which entered service first, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream G100?
The CL-600 Challenger entered service first in 1980, 5 years before the Gulfstream G100 which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream G100?
The CL-600 Challenger has been produced in greater numbers with 1,066 units compared to 265 units of the Gulfstream G100.