Gulfstream IV

Overview
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.

Specifications

Dimensions	Wing span 23.72m (77ft 10in) length 26.92m (88ft 4in) height 7.45m (24ft 5in) Wing area 88.3m2 (950.39sq ft).
Powerplants	Two 61.6kN (13,850lb) Rolls-Royce Tay Mk.6118 turbofans.
Weights	G-IV - Empty 16,102kg (35,500lb), max takeoff 33,203kg (73,200lb).
Capacity	Flightcrew of two. Main cabin seating for between 14 and 19, plus flight attendant.
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).