Gulfstream II vs Gulfstream V

Overview

The Gulfstream II and the Gulfstream V are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and Gulfstream respectively.

Top speed is 935 km/h for the Gulfstream II vs 940 km/h for the Gulfstream V. The Gulfstream II has an operational range of 7,352 km vs 12,000 km for the Gulfstream V. The Gulfstream V operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 13,716 m for the Gulfstream II.

The Gulfstream II has been produced in 256 units vs 193 for the Gulfstream V. Unit cost is $1M for the Gulfstream II vs $18M for the Gulfstream V. The Gulfstream II first flew 29 years before the Gulfstream V (1966 vs 1995).

American business jet, operational from 1960s to present, widely used for executive transport and various military applications worldwide.
Gulfstream Gulfstream II Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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, active during the late 20th and early 21st century, widely operated for long-range, high-speed corporate travel.
Gulfstream Gulfstream V Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Gulfstream
First flight 28 November 1995
Year introduced 1997
Number produced 193 units
Average unit price $18 million
Wing area 75.2 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 20.8 m β—‰
Height 7.5 m β—‰
Length 24.1 m β—‰
Maximum speed 935 km/h β—‰
Operational range 7,352 km β—‰
Service ceiling 13,716 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 29,710 kg β—‰
Empty weight 16,576 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 2,586 kgf β—‰
Wing area 106.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 28.5 m β—‰
Height 7.7 m β—‰
Length 29.4 m β—‰
Maximum speed 940 km/h β—‰
Operational range 12,000 km β—‰
Service ceiling 15,545 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 41,050 kg β—‰
Empty weight 20,956 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 3,345 kgf β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V is faster with a maximum speed of 940 km/h compared to the Gulfstream II's 935 km/h, a difference of 5 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V has a longer range at 12,000 km compared to the Gulfstream II's 7,352 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the Gulfstream II's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 41,050 kg compared to the Gulfstream II's 29,710 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V is longer at 29.4 meters compared to the Gulfstream II's 24.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V is more expensive at approximately $18 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream II at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream II entered service first in 1967, 30 years before the Gulfstream V which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream II or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream II has been produced in greater numbers with 256 units compared to 193 units of the Gulfstream V.