Gulfstream II vs Gulfstream IV
| American business jet, operational from 1960s to present, widely used for executive transport and various military applications worldwide. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream |
| First flight | 2 October 1966 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 256 units |
| Average unit price | $1 million |
| American business jet from the late 20th century, recognized for its widespread use in corporate and private aviation. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream |
| First flight | 19 September 1985 |
| Year introduced | 1987 |
| Number produced | 900 units |
| Average unit price | $26 million |
| Wing area | 75.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 20.8 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 24.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 935 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 7,352 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 29,710 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 16,576 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 5,171 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 88.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 23.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 27.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 935 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 7,815 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 33,520 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 19,504 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 6,282 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV is faster with a maximum speed of 935 km/h compared to the Gulfstream II's 935 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV has a longer range at 7,815 km compared to the Gulfstream II's 7,352 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Gulfstream II's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,520 kg compared to the Gulfstream II's 29,710 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV is longer at 27.2 meters compared to the Gulfstream II's 24.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV is more expensive at approximately $26 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream II at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream II entered service first in 1967, 20 years before the Gulfstream IV which entered service in 1987.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV has been produced in greater numbers with 900 units compared to 256 units of the Gulfstream II.