Gulfstream G100 vs PA-31 Navajo

The Gulfstream G100 and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and Piper respectively. The Gulfstream G100 reaches 874 km/h — 2.1x the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h. The Gulfstream G100 has an operational range of 5,462 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The Gulfstream G100 operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 8,016 m for the PA-31 Navajo. At 11,500 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream G100 is 3.9x the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg. The Gulfstream G100 has been produced in 265 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 20 years before the Gulfstream G100 (1964 vs 1984).

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
American light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century.
Piper PA-31 Navajo Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Piper
First flight 30 September 1964
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 3942 units
Average unit price $-- million
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 1,928 kgf
Wing area 21.0 m²
Wingspan 12.4 m
Height 4.0 m
Length 9.9 m
Maximum speed 420 km/h
Operational range 1,875 km
Service ceiling 8,016 m
Max. takeoff weight 2,948 kg
Empty weight 1,783 kg
Total thrust 2 x 231 kW

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Gulfstream G100 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Gulfstream G100 is faster with a maximum speed of 874 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 454 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream G100 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Gulfstream G100 has a longer range at 5,462 km compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 1,875 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream G100 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Gulfstream G100 has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 8,016 meters (26,299 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream G100 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Gulfstream G100 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,500 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream G100 or PA-31 Navajo?
The Gulfstream G100 is longer at 17.0 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream G100 or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo 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 PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 265 units of the Gulfstream G100.