Gulfstream IV vs Gulfstream V
Overview
The Gulfstream IV and the Gulfstream V are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and Gulfstream respectively.
Top speed is 935 km/h for the Gulfstream IV vs 940 km/h for the Gulfstream V. The Gulfstream IV has an operational range of 7,815 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 IV.
The Gulfstream IV has been produced in 900 units vs 193 for the Gulfstream V. Unit cost is $26M for the Gulfstream IV vs $18M for the Gulfstream V. The Gulfstream IV first flew 10 years before the Gulfstream V (1985 vs 1995).
| 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 |
| American business jet, active during the late 20th and early 21st century, widely operated for long-range, high-speed corporate travel. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 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 | 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 ◉ |
| Wing area | 106.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.5 m ◉ |
| Height | 7.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 29.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 940 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 12,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,545 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 41,050 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 20,956 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,345 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Gulfstream IV or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V is faster with a maximum speed of 940 km/h compared to the Gulfstream IV's 935 km/h, a difference of 5 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream IV or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V has a longer range at 12,000 km compared to the Gulfstream IV's 7,815 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream IV or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the Gulfstream IV's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream IV or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 41,050 kg compared to the Gulfstream IV's 33,520 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream IV or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V is longer at 29.4 meters compared to the Gulfstream IV's 27.2 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream IV or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream IV is more expensive at approximately $26 million per unit compared to the Gulfstream V at $18 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream IV or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream IV entered service first in 1987, 10 years before the Gulfstream V which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream IV or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream IV has been produced in greater numbers with 900 units compared to 193 units of the Gulfstream V.