When it first came on
the market, the G450 replaced the G400 business jet. Offering
updated Honeywell Primus Epic PlaneView avionics and a pair of next
generation Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8C engines, for over a decade the
G450 built upon the successful legacy of the original Gulfstream
GIV and GIV-SP Long-Range jets.
But how can you tell if the G450 is the right aircraft for you? Let’s
look at some important points all prospective buyers should know
about the Gulfstream G450.
How much does a Gulfstream G450
cost?
When it first came on
the market, the G450 replaced the G400 business jet. Offering
updated Honeywell Primus Epic PlaneView avionics and a pair of next
generation Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8C engines, for over a decade the
G450 built upon the successful legacy of the original Gulfstream
GIV and GIV-SP Long-Range jets.
But how can you tell if the G450 is the right aircraft for you? Let’s
look at some important points all prospective buyers should know
about the Gulfstream G450.
How much does a Gulfstream G450
cost?
Factors influencing the asking price of a used Gulfstream G450
include the year of production, hours flown, flight cycles,
avionics and the time remaining before any major maintenance events
(such as engine overhauls and hot-section inspections), and the
availability of attractive candidates on the used aircraft market
at any particular time.
The existence, or lack of in-flight connectivity and
entertainment systems may also influence a particular Gulfstream
G450’s price.
What is the range and
payload capability of a Gulfstream G450?
Assuming the G450 for sale is within
budget, buyers can further narrow the selection of aircraft
available to them by assessing how the range and payload capability
of an aircraft fits with their mission need.
According to Conklin &
de Decker, when carrying four passengers the range
of the Gulfstream G450 is 4,425nm, and with all passenger seats
occupied the range is 4,070nm.
From New York, the Gulfstream G450 can fly non-stop to Rome,
Moscow or Sao Paulo, for example.
While it offers a maximum cruise speed of 500kts, according to
Conklin & de Decker, the long-range cruise is 445kts.
With fuel capacity for up to 29,281lbs fuel, fully-fuelled the
G450 can carry 2,719lbs additional payload.
In other words, when fully-fuelled the G450 could comfortably
carry a three-man crew, plus eight passengers (each weighing
200lbs) and still have around 500lbs spare for luggage.
What are the cabin
measurements for the Gulfstream G450?
So how comfortable is the G450 when traveling long-range
business trips?
Commonly configured to carry 14 passengers in executive
configuration, the cabin of the Gulfstream G450 offers plenty of
space for flights that could easily last more than eight hours
non-stop.
A galley (which might be located to the rear or at the front of
the cabin) and fully-enclosed lavatory is standard. Some G450s may
be configured to offer two lavatories. And depending on the layout,
up to six seating units can be berthed for comfortable sleeping on
long-distance flights.
In terms of cabin dimensions, the G450 shares its cabin
cross-section with the larger, longer-range Gulfstream G500 and
G550 jets. With a cabin height of 6.2ft and a width of 7.3ft (per
Conklin & de Decker), the cabin occupants will certainly
appreciate the roominess of the G450. And with a cabin length of
45.1ft, the aircraft affords its owners an overall 1,658cu.ft. of
cabin volume. Moreover, the aircraft offers 169cu.ft. internal
luggage space.
What is the
Gulfstream G450’s runway
performance?
Which airports will you visit with your G450?
When you’re shopping for a Long-Range jet, the airport
options become fewer since the runways need to be longer than for
smaller jets.
According to Conklin & de Decker, the Gulfstream G450
requires a balanced field length of 5,578ft, and the factored
landing distance of this aircraft is 4,417ft.
(The published balanced field length considers distance required
for acceleration to rotation speed before aborting a take-off and
stopping by the calculated distance.)
So, how does the G450
compare against its competitors?
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Though a Gulfstream G450 can seat as many as 19 passengers, a much more comfortable interior lay-out allows for 14. The cabin can be divided into three different sections, and the jet can comfortably sleep five-six overnight travellers.
Manufactured between 2003 and 2017, Gulfstream built 359 Gulfstream G450s. North America is home to about 60% of the fleet, while Asia-Pacific accounts for another ~25% of the fleet, highlighting the jet’s popularity for its long-range capabilities.
You can find Gulfstream G450 jet for sale via AvBuyer’s G450 page.
Or you can search for a dealer who specializes in Gulfstream models. They’ll provide you with a deeper knowledge of the G450 marketplace, including how the price of one jet on the market compares to others; identifying options that may not be listed on the open market; and help ensure you get the best value for your money.
If you haven’t owned a Gulfstream G450 before it’s a great idea to charter first. This will help you appreciate whether this is the right aircraft for your mission profile. How far you will travel on each trip, how much baggage room you will need, and most importantly how comfortable the aircraft is for a typical trip.
When the time comes to renew the hourly engine maintenance program coverage, there are two choices:
Since the Gulfstream G450 is powered by a pair of TAY611-8C engines, Rolls-Royce provides an hourly engine maintenance program called CorporateCare.
Alternatively, you might prefer to enrol your aircraft with a third-party hourly maintenance cost program provider like JSSI.
When buying aircraft, look for jets which are already enrolled on such programs and check out what is covered by the existing program before buying your Gulfstream G450.
Buying aircraft is a huge investment in both time and money. Get the expert support of an aircraft dealer/broker to ensure that your purchase runs smoothly.
