Gulfstream G100 vs Gulfstream II

Overview

The Gulfstream G100 and the Gulfstream II are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and Gulfstream respectively.

Top speed is 874 km/h for the Gulfstream G100 vs 935 km/h for the Gulfstream II. The Gulfstream G100 has an operational range of 5,462 km vs 7,352 km for the Gulfstream II. The Gulfstream G100 operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 13,716 m for the Gulfstream II. At 29,710 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream II is 2.6x the Gulfstream G100's 11,500 kg.

The Gulfstream G100 has been produced in 265 units vs 256 for the Gulfstream II. Unit cost is $4.3M for the Gulfstream G100 vs $1M for the Gulfstream II. The Gulfstream II first flew 18 years before the Gulfstream G100 (1966 vs 1984).

Gulfstream G100

Israeli-American mid-size business jet, recognized for transcontinental range, introduced in the late 20th century.
Gulfstream Gulfstream G100 Transport profile drawing
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
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Gulfstream II

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 🇺🇸 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
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Gulfstream G100

Wing area 29.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 16.6 m ◉
Height 5.5 m ◉
Length 17.0 m ◉
Maximum speed 874 km/h ◉
Operational range 5,462 km ◉
Service ceiling 13,716 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg ◉
Empty weight 6,531 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 964 kgf ◉

Gulfstream II

Wing area 75.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 20.8 m ◉
Height 7.5 m ◉
Length 24.1 m ◉
Maximum speed 935 km/h ◉
Operational range 7,352 km ◉
Service ceiling 13,716 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 29,710 kg ◉
Empty weight 16,576 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 2,586 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream II?
The Gulfstream II is faster with a maximum speed of 935 km/h compared to the Gulfstream G100's 874 km/h, a difference of 61 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream II?
The Gulfstream II has a longer range at 7,352 km compared to the Gulfstream G100's 5,462 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream II?
The Gulfstream II has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Gulfstream G100's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream II?
The Gulfstream II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 29,710 kg compared to the Gulfstream G100's 11,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream II?
The Gulfstream II is longer at 24.1 meters compared to the Gulfstream G100's 17.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream II?
The Gulfstream G100 is more expensive at approximately $4.3 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream II at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream II?
The Gulfstream II entered service first in 1967, 18 years before the Gulfstream G100 which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream II?
The Gulfstream G100 has been produced in greater numbers with 265 units compared to 256 units of the Gulfstream II.

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