Gulfstream G550 vs Yak-11 Moose

Overview

The Gulfstream G550 and the Yak-11 Moose are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and Yakovlev respectively.

The Gulfstream G550 reaches 941 km/h — 2.0x the Yak-11 Moose's 465 km/h. The Gulfstream G550 has an operational range of 12,500 km vs 1,280 km for the Yak-11 Moose. The Gulfstream G550 operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 7,100 m for the Yak-11 Moose. At 41,050 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream G550 is 16:1 the Yak-11 Moose's 2,500 kg.

The Gulfstream G550 has been produced in 600 units vs 4,566 for the Yak-11 Moose. Unit cost is $62M for the Gulfstream G550 vs $0.03M for the Yak-11 Moose. The Yak-11 Moose first flew 58 years before the Gulfstream G550 (1945 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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Yak-11 Moose

Soviet trainer aircraft, widely deployed during the Cold War, notable for its robustness and maintenance simplicity.
Yakovlev Yak-11 Moose Training profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Yakovlev
First flight 10 November 1945
Year introduced 1946
Number produced 4566 units
Average unit price $30K
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Gulfstream G550

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 ◉

Yak-11 Moose

Wing area 15.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 9.4 m ◉
Height 3.3 m ◉
Length 8.5 m ◉
Maximum speed 465 km/h ◉
Operational range 1,280 km ◉
Service ceiling 7,100 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 2,500 kg ◉
Empty weight 1,900 kg ◉
Total thrust 1 x 419 kW ◉

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Gulfstream G550 or Yak-11 Moose?
The Gulfstream G550 is faster with a maximum speed of 941 km/h compared to the Yak-11 Moose's 465 km/h, a difference of 476 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream G550 or Yak-11 Moose?
The Gulfstream G550 has a longer range at 12,500 km compared to the Yak-11 Moose's 1,280 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream G550 or Yak-11 Moose?
The Gulfstream G550 has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the Yak-11 Moose's 7,100 meters (23,293 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream G550 or Yak-11 Moose?
The Gulfstream G550 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 41,050 kg compared to the Yak-11 Moose's 2,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream G550 or Yak-11 Moose?
The Gulfstream G550 is longer at 29.4 meters compared to the Yak-11 Moose's 8.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream G550 or Yak-11 Moose?
The Gulfstream G550 is more expensive at approximately $62 million per unit compared to the Yak-11 Moose at $0.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream G550 or Yak-11 Moose?
The Yak-11 Moose entered service first in 1946, 58 years before the Gulfstream G550 which entered service in 2004.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream G550 or Yak-11 Moose?
The Yak-11 Moose has been produced in greater numbers with 4,566 units compared to 600 units of the Gulfstream G550.

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