Gulfstream III vs Gulfstream IV
Overview
The Gulfstream III and the Gulfstream IV are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and Gulfstream respectively.
Top speed is 927 km/h for the Gulfstream III vs 935 km/h for the Gulfstream IV. The Gulfstream III has an operational range of 6,760 km vs 7,815 km for the Gulfstream IV. The Gulfstream III operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 13,716 m for the Gulfstream IV.
The Gulfstream III has been produced in 202 units vs 900 for the Gulfstream IV. Unit cost is $0.69M for the Gulfstream III vs $26M for the Gulfstream IV. The Gulfstream III first flew 6 years before the Gulfstream IV (1979 vs 1985).
| 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 |
| American business jet from the late 20th century, recognized for its widespread use in corporate and private aviation. | |
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| 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 | 86.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 23.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 7.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 25.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 927 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 6,760 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 31,615 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 17,236 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,586 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 88.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 23.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 7.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 27.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 935 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 7,815 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 33,520 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 19,504 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,141 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Gulfstream III or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV is faster with a maximum speed of 935 km/h compared to the Gulfstream III's 927 km/h, a difference of 8 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream III or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV has a longer range at 7,815 km compared to the Gulfstream III's 6,760 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream III or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Gulfstream III's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream III or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 33,520 kg compared to the Gulfstream III's 31,615 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream III or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV is longer at 27.2 meters compared to the Gulfstream III's 25.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream III or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV is more expensive at approximately $26 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream III at $0.7 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream III or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream III entered service first in 1980, 7 years before the Gulfstream IV which entered service in 1987.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream III or Gulfstream IV?
The Gulfstream IV has been produced in greater numbers with 900 units compared to 202 units of the Gulfstream III.