Gulfstream G100 vs Gulfstream III

Overview

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

Top speed is 874 km/h for the Gulfstream G100 vs 927 km/h for the Gulfstream III. The Gulfstream G100 has an operational range of 5,462 km vs 6,760 km for the Gulfstream III. The Gulfstream G100 operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 13,716 m for the Gulfstream III. At 31,615 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream III is 2.7x the Gulfstream G100's 11,500 kg.

The Gulfstream G100 has been produced in 265 units vs 202 for the Gulfstream III. Unit cost is $4.3M for the Gulfstream G100 vs $0.69M for the Gulfstream III. The Gulfstream III first flew 5 years before the Gulfstream G100 (1979 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 III

American business jet, primarily used in the 1980s for private, business, and military transport purposes.
Gulfstream Gulfstream III Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Gulfstream
First flight 2 December 1979
Year introduced 1980
Number produced 202 units
Average unit price $690K
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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 III

Wing area 86.8 m² ◉
Wingspan 23.5 m ◉
Height 7.4 m ◉
Length 25.3 m ◉
Maximum speed 927 km/h ◉
Operational range 6,760 km ◉
Service ceiling 13,716 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 31,615 kg ◉
Empty weight 17,236 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 2,586 kgf ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream III?
The Gulfstream III is faster with a maximum speed of 927 km/h compared to the Gulfstream G100's 874 km/h, a difference of 53 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream III?
The Gulfstream III has a longer range at 6,760 km compared to the Gulfstream G100's 5,462 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream III?
The Gulfstream III 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 III?
The Gulfstream III has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 31,615 kg compared to the Gulfstream G100's 11,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream III?
The Gulfstream III is longer at 25.3 meters compared to the Gulfstream G100's 17.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream III?
The Gulfstream G100 is more expensive at approximately $4.3 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream III at $0.7 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream III?
The Gulfstream III entered service first in 1980, 5 years before the Gulfstream G100 which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream G100 or Gulfstream III?
The Gulfstream G100 has been produced in greater numbers with 265 units compared to 202 units of the Gulfstream III.

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