Heavy Jets compared
Gulfstream GIV-SP vs Embraer Legacy 600
Both are heavy jets. Both seat up to 13 passengers. The Gulfstream GIV-SP flies 1,900 km (1,026 nm) farther: 7,820 km against 5,920 km. Cabin height is within a few centimetres on the Gulfstream GIV-SP and Embraer Legacy 600.
Specifications side by side
The better figure in each row is in gold. Hourly rates are estimates including crew and fuel, before taxes and airport fees.
| Specification | Gulfstream GIV-SP | Embraer Legacy 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 13 | 13 |
| Range | 7,820 km4,222 nm (better) | 5,920 km3,197 nm |
| Cruise speed | 850 km/h459 kt (better) | 834 km/h450 kt |
| Cabin height | 1.88 m6.2 ft (better) | 1.85 m6.1 ft |
| Cabin width | 2.24 m7.3 ft (better) | 2.20 m7.2 ft |
| Cabin length | 13.74 m45.1 ft (better) | 10.00 m32.8 ft |
| Baggage | 169 cu ft | 250 cu ft (better) |
| Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Est. hourly rate | $8,800/hr | $8,000/hr (better) |
Which should you charter?
Pick the Gulfstream GIV-SP if you need the extra 1,900 km (1,026 nm) of range and you want more room to spread out (the cabin is 3.7 m longer).
Pick the Embraer Legacy 600 if you travel with a lot of luggage (250 cu ft of baggage space vs 169).
The Embraer Legacy 600 is estimated at $8,000/hr against $8,800/hr for the Gulfstream GIV-SP, about $800 less per hour. Real quotes depend on the operator, the aircraft's age and how far it has to fly to reach you.
Example trip: the Gulfstream GIV-SP can fly New York (TEB) to Lisbon (LIS) nonstop, 5,419 km. The Embraer Legacy 600 would need a fuel stop on that route.
Nonstop means within 90% of published range, before winds, payload and fuel reserves; the operator confirms each route.
Gulfstream GIV-SP vs Embraer Legacy 600: common questions
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