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Gulfstream IV-SP (GIV-SP)

The Gulfstream IV-SP (GIV-SP) is a heavy jet built by Gulfstream, produced from 1987 to 2003. It covers up to 4,220 nm (7,815.4 km) nonstop, cruises at 476 kt (881.6 km/h) and tops out at 45,000 ft. The cabin seats 13–19 passengers, with a 6.1-ft cabin. Power comes from 2× Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8, suiting it to long-haul intercontinental travel.

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Range
4,220nm
7,815.4 km
High-speed cruise
476kt
881.6 km/h
Passengers
19max
Ceiling
45,000ft
Gulfstream IV-SP (GIV-SP) — exterior
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Overview

The Gulfstream IV-SP (GIV-SP) is a heavy jet built by Gulfstream, produced from 1987 to 2003. It covers up to 4,220 nm (7,815.4 km) nonstop, cruises at 476 kt (881.6 km/h) and tops out at 45,000 ft. The cabin seats 13–19 passengers, with a 6.1-ft cabin. Power comes from 2× Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8, suiting it to long-haul intercontinental travel.

Historically dominant large-cabin jet; still active in charter/registry searches.

Performance & weights

Performance
SpecificationValueSource
Range 4,220 nm (7,815.4 km) ref
Max cruise speed 476 kt (881.6 km/h) ref
Max operating altitude 45,000 ft (13,716 m) ref
Weights
SpecificationValueSource
Max takeoff weight 74,600 lb (33,838 kg) ref

Cabin & dimensions

Cabin
SpecificationValueSource
Typical passengers 13 count ref
Max passengers 19 count ref
Dimensions
SpecificationValueSource
Cabin length 45.1 ft (13.75 m) ref
Cabin height 6.1 ft (1.86 m) ref
Cabin width 7.3 ft (2.23 m) ref
Baggage volume 169 cuft (4.79 m3) ref

Powerplant

Engines
SpecificationValueSource
Powerplant Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8 ref
Engines 2 count ref
Thrust per engine 13,850 lbf ref

Comparable aircraft

Challenger 605Challenger 650Falcon 2000Falcon 2000LXSFalcon 900EXFalcon 900LXLegacy 600Legacy 650EG450G500

Example routes

Nonstop capability (estimate)
RouteDistanceNonstop
Kidlington, Oxfordshire – Miami 3,798 nm ✓ Nonstop
Farnborough, Hampshire – Dubai 2,979 nm ✓ Nonstop
West Palm Beach – Santa Monica 2,023 nm ✓ Nonstop
Dallas – Miami 965 nm ✓ Nonstop
Fort Lauderdale – Atlanta 508 nm ✓ Nonstop
Innsbruck – Zurich 114 nm ✓ Nonstop
Kidlington, Oxfordshire – Miami 3,803 nm Fuel stop
Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling – Geneva 3,804 nm Fuel stop

Individual aircraft 24 on the US register

Registered Gulfstream IV-SP (GIV-SP) aircraft from the FAA public-domain register (organisation owners only; positions not shown).

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Frequently asked

What is the range of the Gulfstream IV-SP (GIV-SP)?
The Gulfstream IV-SP (GIV-SP) has a maximum range of 4,220 nm (7,815.4 km).
How many passengers does the Gulfstream IV-SP (GIV-SP) carry?
The Gulfstream IV-SP (GIV-SP) seats up to 19 passengers in a typical configuration.
Is the Gulfstream IV-SP (GIV-SP) still in production?
No — the Gulfstream IV-SP (GIV-SP) is out of production but remains active in the charter fleet.