Gulfstream G550 vs P180 Avanti

Overview

The Gulfstream G550 and the P180 Avanti are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and Piaggio respectively.

Top speed is 941 km/h for the Gulfstream G550 vs 732 km/h for the P180 Avanti. The Gulfstream G550 has an operational range of 12,500 km vs 2,800 km for the P180 Avanti. The Gulfstream G550 operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 12,500 m for the P180 Avanti. At 41,050 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream G550 is 7.5x the P180 Avanti's 5,489 kg.

The Gulfstream G550 has been produced in 600 units vs 246 for the P180 Avanti. Unit cost is $62M for the Gulfstream G550 vs $7.7M for the P180 Avanti. The P180 Avanti first flew 17 years before the Gulfstream G550 (1986 vs 2003).

Gulfstream G550

American business jet, in service since the early 21st century, renowned for long-range capabilities and high-speed performance.
Gulfstream Gulfstream G550 Training profile drawing
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
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P180 Avanti

Italian turboprop business aircraft, renowned for its unusual design, extensively utilized for executive transport since the 1980s.
Piaggio P180 Avanti Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇮🇹 Italy
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Piaggio
First flight 26 September 1986
Year introduced 1990
Number produced 246 units
Average unit price $7.7 million
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Gulfstream G550

Wing area 106.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 28.5 m â—‰
Height 7.7 m â—‰
Length 29.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 941 km/h â—‰
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 3,345 kgf â—‰

P180 Avanti

Wing area 16.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.0 m â—‰
Height 4.0 m â—‰
Length 14.4 m â—‰
Maximum speed 732 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,800 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,489 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,402 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 317 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Gulfstream G550 or P180 Avanti?
The Gulfstream G550 is faster with a maximum speed of 941 km/h compared to the P180 Avanti's 732 km/h, a difference of 209 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream G550 or P180 Avanti?
The Gulfstream G550 has a longer range at 12,500 km compared to the P180 Avanti's 2,800 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream G550 or P180 Avanti?
The Gulfstream G550 has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the P180 Avanti's 12,500 meters (41,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream G550 or P180 Avanti?
The Gulfstream G550 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 41,050 kg compared to the P180 Avanti's 5,489 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream G550 or P180 Avanti?
The Gulfstream G550 is longer at 29.4 meters compared to the P180 Avanti's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream G550 or P180 Avanti?
The Gulfstream G550 is more expensive at approximately $62 million per unit compared to the P180 Avanti at $7.7 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream G550 or P180 Avanti?
The P180 Avanti entered service first in 1990, 14 years before the Gulfstream G550 which entered service in 2004.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream G550 or P180 Avanti?
The Gulfstream G550 has been produced in greater numbers with 600 units compared to 246 units of the P180 Avanti.

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