Gulfstream G550 vs Hawker 400
| American business jet, in service since the early 21st century, renowned for long-range capabilities and high-speed performance. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream |
| First flight | 1 January 2003 |
| Year introduced | 2004 |
| Number produced | 600 units |
| Average unit price | $62 million |
| American business jet, renowned for its versatility, extensively used in various industries, including charter and private aviation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft |
| First flight | 29 August 1978 |
| Year introduced | 1978 |
| Number produced | 951 units |
| Average unit price | $7.4 million |
| Wing area | 106.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 29.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 12,500 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,545 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 41,050 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 20,956 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 6,690 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 22.4 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 860 km/h |
| Operational range | 4,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 7,303 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,559 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,315 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Gulfstream G550 or Hawker 400?
The Hawker 400 is faster with a maximum speed of 860 km/h compared to the Gulfstream G550's 0 km/h, a difference of 860 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream G550 or Hawker 400?
The Gulfstream G550 has a longer range at 12,500 km compared to the Hawker 400's 4,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream G550 or Hawker 400?
The Gulfstream G550 has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the Hawker 400's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream G550 or Hawker 400?
The Gulfstream G550 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 41,050 kg compared to the Hawker 400's 7,303 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream G550 or Hawker 400?
The Gulfstream G550 is longer at 29.4 meters compared to the Hawker 400's 14.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream G550 or Hawker 400?
The Gulfstream G550 is more expensive at approximately $62 million per unit compared to the Hawker 400 at $7.4 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream G550 or Hawker 400?
The Hawker 400 entered service first in 1978, 26 years before the Gulfstream G550 which entered service in 2004.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream G550 or Hawker 400?
The Hawker 400 has been produced in greater numbers with 951 units compared to 600 units of the Gulfstream G550.