Gulfstream III vs Jetstream 31
The Gulfstream III and the Jetstream 31 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and British Aerospace respectively. Top speed is 927 km/h for the Gulfstream III vs 487 km/h for the Jetstream 31. The Gulfstream III has an operational range of 6,760 km vs 1,260 km for the Jetstream 31. The Gulfstream III operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 7,620 m for the Jetstream 31. At 31,615 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream III is 4.5x the Jetstream 31's 6,954 kg. The Gulfstream III has been produced in 202 units vs 386 for the Jetstream 31. Unit cost is $0.69M for the Gulfstream III vs $8M for the Jetstream 31. The Gulfstream III first flew 1 years before the Jetstream 31 (1979 vs 1980).
| American business jet, primarily used in the 1980s for private, business, and military transport purposes. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream |
| First flight | 2 December 1979 |
| Year introduced | 1980 |
| Number produced | 202 units |
| Average unit price | $690K |
| 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 | 86.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 23.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 25.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 927 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 6,760 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 31,615 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 17,236 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 III or Jetstream 31?
The Gulfstream III is faster with a maximum speed of 927 km/h compared to the Jetstream 31's 487 km/h, a difference of 440 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream III or Jetstream 31?
The Gulfstream III has a longer range at 6,760 km compared to the Jetstream 31's 1,260 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream III or Jetstream 31?
The Gulfstream III 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 III or Jetstream 31?
The Gulfstream III has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 31,615 kg compared to the Jetstream 31's 6,954 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream III or Jetstream 31?
The Gulfstream III is longer at 25.3 meters compared to the Jetstream 31's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream III or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream III at $0.7 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream III or Jetstream 31?
The Gulfstream III entered service first in 1980, 2 years before the Jetstream 31 which entered service in 1982.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream III or Jetstream 31?
The Jetstream 31 has been produced in greater numbers with 386 units compared to 202 units of the Gulfstream III.