Gulfstream II vs Jetstream 31
The Gulfstream II and the Jetstream 31 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and British Aerospace respectively. Top speed is 935 km/h for the Gulfstream II vs 487 km/h for the Jetstream 31. The Gulfstream II has an operational range of 7,352 km vs 1,260 km for the Jetstream 31. The Gulfstream II operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 7,620 m for the Jetstream 31. At 29,710 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream II is 4.3x the Jetstream 31's 6,954 kg. The Gulfstream II has been produced in 256 units vs 386 for the Jetstream 31. Unit cost is $1M for the Gulfstream II vs $8M for the Jetstream 31. The Gulfstream II first flew 14 years before the Jetstream 31 (1966 vs 1980).
| American business jet, operational from 1960s to present, widely used for executive transport and various military applications worldwide. | |
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| 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 |
| British regional airliner, widely used during the 1980s and 90s, known for versatility in short-haul routes and on smaller airfields. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | British Aerospace |
| First flight | 28 March 1980 |
| Year introduced | 1982 |
| Number produced | 386 units |
| Average unit price | $8 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 2,586 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 25.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 487 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,260 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,954 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,360 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 336 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Gulfstream II or Jetstream 31?
The Gulfstream II is faster with a maximum speed of 935 km/h compared to the Jetstream 31's 487 km/h, a difference of 448 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream II or Jetstream 31?
The Gulfstream II has a longer range at 7,352 km compared to the Jetstream 31's 1,260 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream II or Jetstream 31?
The Gulfstream II has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Jetstream 31's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream II or Jetstream 31?
The Gulfstream II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 29,710 kg compared to the Jetstream 31's 6,954 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream II or Jetstream 31?
The Gulfstream II is longer at 24.1 meters compared to the Jetstream 31's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream II or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream II at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream II or Jetstream 31?
The Gulfstream II entered service first in 1967, 15 years before the Jetstream 31 which entered service in 1982.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream II or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 has been produced in greater numbers with 386 units compared to 256 units of the Gulfstream II.