Gulfstream G550 vs Tu-134 Crusty
Overview
The Gulfstream G550 and the Tu-134 Crusty are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and Tupolev respectively.
Top speed is 941 km/h for the Gulfstream G550 vs 950 km/h for the Tu-134 Crusty. The Gulfstream G550 has an operational range of 12,500 km vs 3,000 km for the Tu-134 Crusty. The Gulfstream G550 operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 12,100 m for the Tu-134 Crusty.
The Gulfstream G550 has been produced in 600 units vs 854 for the Tu-134 Crusty. The Tu-134 Crusty first flew 40 years before the Gulfstream G550 (1963 vs 2003).
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| 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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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 29 July 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1970 |
| Number produced | 854 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 106.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 7.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 29.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 941 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 12,500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,545 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 41,050 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 20,956 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,345 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 127.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 29.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 9.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 37.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 950 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,100 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 47,600 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 27,960 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,400 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Gulfstream G550 or Tu-134 Crusty?
The Tu-134 Crusty is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the Gulfstream G550's 941 km/h, a difference of 9 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream G550 or Tu-134 Crusty?
The Gulfstream G550 has a longer range at 12,500 km compared to the Tu-134 Crusty's 3,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream G550 or Tu-134 Crusty?
The Gulfstream G550 has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the Tu-134 Crusty's 12,100 meters (39,698 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream G550 or Tu-134 Crusty?
The Tu-134 Crusty has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 47,600 kg compared to the Gulfstream G550's 41,050 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream G550 or Tu-134 Crusty?
The Tu-134 Crusty is longer at 37.1 meters compared to the Gulfstream G550's 29.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream G550 or Tu-134 Crusty?
The Tu-134 Crusty entered service first in 1970, 34 years before the Gulfstream G550 which entered service in 2004.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream G550 or Tu-134 Crusty?
The Tu-134 Crusty has been produced in greater numbers with 854 units compared to 600 units of the Gulfstream G550.