Gulfstream-III (G-III) Performance and Specifications
Dimensions:
| Length: |
83 ft 2 in |
| Wingspan: |
77 ft 10 in |
| Height: |
24 ft 6 in |
Primary Mission/Capabilities
- Cargo transport
- Safety chase
- Weather reconnaissance
- Contingency support
Performance:
| Operating altitude: |
45,000 ft (max) |
| Mach: |
0.85M (max) |
| Speed: |
Mach 0.85 – top speed; Mach 0.75 – for maximum range |
| Load factor: |
69,700 (full fuel, 12 passengers/cargo and 2 aircrew) |
Range/Duration:
| Range/Duration: |
3,400 nm/5 hr (nominal); up to 7 hr (.82M @ 37K) |
| Engine: |
Two Rolls-Royce Spey 511-8 turbofan engines |
| Engine thrust: |
11,400 lb (5,170 kg) each |
| Test Instrumentation: |
Data Collection and Processing System (DCAPS) |
| Aircraft systems: |
Video collection and distribution system, satellite communications systems, satellite phone, an upgraded 120-amp electrical power system, centerline pylon with a standard MAU-12 mount, capable of carrying up to 1200 lb externally, easily configurable rack mounting, seating and multiple power configurations for both AC and DC applications |