Gulfstream G550 vs YS-11
| American business jet, in service since the early 21st century, renowned for long-range capabilities and high-speed performance. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream |
| First flight | 1 January 2003 |
| Year introduced | 2004 |
| Number produced | 600 units |
| Average unit price | $62 million |
| Japanese turboprop airliner from the 1960s, deployed primarily in short-haul flights, and regionally used by various countries. | |
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| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | NAMC |
| First flight | 30 August 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 182 units |
| Average unit price | $2.3 million |
| Wing area | 106.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 28.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 7.7 m â—‰ |
| Length | 29.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 12,500 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,545 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 41,050 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 20,956 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 6,690 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 94.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 32.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 26.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 470 km/h |
| Operational range | 2,110 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,980 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,600 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 2,259 kW â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of YS-11 by Toshi Aoki.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Gulfstream G550 or YS-11?
The YS-11 is faster with a maximum speed of 470 km/h compared to the Gulfstream G550's 0 km/h, a difference of 470 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream G550 or YS-11?
The Gulfstream G550 has a longer range at 12,500 km compared to the YS-11's 2,110 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream G550 or YS-11?
The Gulfstream G550 has a higher service ceiling at 15,545 meters (51,000 ft) compared to the YS-11's 6,980 meters (22,900 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream G550 or YS-11?
The Gulfstream G550 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 41,050 kg compared to the YS-11's 23,500 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream G550 or YS-11?
The Gulfstream G550 is longer at 29.4 meters compared to the YS-11's 26.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Gulfstream G550 or YS-11?
The Gulfstream G550 is more expensive at approximately $62 million per unit compared to the YS-11 at $2.2 million.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream G550 or YS-11?
The YS-11 entered service first in 1965, 39 years before the Gulfstream G550 which entered service in 2004.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream G550 or YS-11?
The Gulfstream G550 has been produced in greater numbers with 600 units compared to 182 units of the YS-11.