Gulfstream IV
Long range large corporate transport
The Gulfstream IV is a significantly improved, larger, longer ranging and advanced development of the earlier versions. The most significant improvement with the G-IV over the earlier Gulfstream models are the Rolls-Royce Tay turbofans, which bring significant fuel burn and noise emission improvements. Notable features include a stretched fuselage, greater fuel capacity and range, and an advanced EFIS avionics suite with six colour CRT displays.
The Gulfstream IV has set a number of records, including flying west around the world over 36,800km (19,890nm) in a time of 45hr 25min, setting 22 class world records, and another flight east around the world, which setting 11 class world records.
| Powerplants | Two 61.6kN (13,850lb) Rolls-Royce Tay Mk.6118 turbofans. |
Performance |
G-IV - Normal cruising speed 850km/h (460kt). Initial rate of climb 4000ft/min. Range with max payload and reserves 6732km (3633nm), range with eight passengers and reserves 7815km (4220nm). |
| Weights | G-IV - Empty 16,102kg (35,500lb), max takeoff 33,203kg (73,200lb). |
| Dimensions | Wing span 23.72m (77ft 10in), length 26.92m (88ft 4in), height 7.45m (24ft 5in). Wing area 88.3m2 (950.39sq ft). |
| Capacity | Flightcrew of two. Main cabin seating for between 14 and 19, plus flight attendant. |
