CL-600 Challenger vs Gulfstream V

Overview

The CL-600 Challenger and the Gulfstream V are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Bombardier and Gulfstream respectively.

Top speed is 882 km/h for the CL-600 Challenger vs 940 km/h for the Gulfstream V. The CL-600 Challenger has an operational range of 7,400 km vs 12,000 km for the Gulfstream V. The Gulfstream V operates at altitudes up to 15,545 m compared to 12,497 m for the CL-600 Challenger. At 41,050 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream V is 2.1x the CL-600 Challenger's 19,550 kg.

The CL-600 Challenger has been produced in 1,066 units vs 193 for the Gulfstream V. Unit cost is $14M for the CL-600 Challenger vs $18M for the Gulfstream V. The CL-600 Challenger first flew 17 years before the Gulfstream V (1978 vs 1995).

CL-600 Challenger

Canadian business jet, introduced in the 1980s, extensively deployed for VIP and corporate travel worldwide.
Bombardier CL-600 Challenger Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇨🇦 Canada
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Bombardier
First flight 8 November 1978
Year introduced 1980
Number produced 1066 units
Average unit price $14 million
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Gulfstream V

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 🇺🇸 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
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CL-600 Challenger

Wing area 48.3 m² ◉
Wingspan 19.6 m ◉
Height 6.3 m ◉
Length 20.9 m ◉
Maximum speed 882 km/h ◉
Operational range 7,400 km ◉
Service ceiling 12,497 m ◉
Max. takeoff weight 19,550 kg ◉
Empty weight 9,292 kg ◉
Total thrust 2 x 2,073 kgf ◉

Gulfstream V

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 CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V is faster with a maximum speed of 940 km/h compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 882 km/h, a difference of 58 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V has a longer range at 12,000 km compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 7,400 km.
Which can fly higher, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 12,497 meters (41,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 41,050 kg compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 19,550 kg.
Which is larger, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V is longer at 29.4 meters compared to the CL-600 Challenger's 20.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream V?
The Gulfstream V is more expensive at approximately $18 million per unit compared to the CL-600 Challenger at $14 million.
Which entered service first, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream V?
The CL-600 Challenger entered service first in 1980, 17 years before the Gulfstream V which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the CL-600 Challenger or Gulfstream V?
The CL-600 Challenger has been produced in greater numbers with 1,066 units compared to 193 units of the Gulfstream V.

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