G150 vs G280
The G280 leads, topping 5 of 7 compared metrics.
The Gulfstream Aerospace G150 (introduced 2006) and the Gulfstream Aerospace G280 (introduced 2012) are two aircraft buyers regularly weigh against each other. Both are business jets, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is cabin capacity, where the G280 carries more passengers. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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G150 vs G280: the key differences
- The G280 delivers 22% more range (G150: 2,950 nm; G280: 3,600 nm).
- The G150 and G280 are evenly matched on cruise speed, both at 459 kt.
- The G280 delivers 25% more passenger capacity (G150: 8 seats; G280: 10 seats).
- The G280 is the newer design (introduced 2012 versus 2006 for the G150), a gap of 6 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The G280 is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (39,600 lbs versus 26,100 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
The G280 is the stronger fit for long-haul and transatlantic missions — its 3,600 nm of range removes fuel stops on those legs. The G150, at 2,950 nm, is better matched to transcontinental missions, where lower trip cost counts for more than outright reach. If most of your flying sits inside the G150's range, the G280's extra capability is range you pay to carry but rarely use.
Which should you choose?
On published specifications the G280 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The G150 can still be the smarter buy on acquisition cost, operating economics, runway performance, or current availability — the factors that rarely show up in a spec sheet. Our acquisition advisory team can model both against your actual mission profile before you commit.
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G150 vs G280: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the G150 or the G280?
The G280 has the longer published range — 3,600 nm versus 2,950 nm for the G150.
Does the G150 or G280 seat more passengers?
The G280 carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 10 seats, compared with 8 on the G150.
Which is newer, the G150 or the G280?
The G280 is the newer design, introduced in 2012 versus 2006 for the G150.
Is the G150 or the G280 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the G280 is the larger aircraft — 39,600 lbs versus 26,100 lbs for the G150.
Should I buy the G150 or the G280?
On published specifications the G280 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The G150 can still be the smarter buy on acquisition cost, operating economics, runway performance, or current availability — the factors that rarely show up in a spec sheet. Our acquisition advisory team can model both against your actual mission profile before you commit.
Still weighing up the G150 vs G280?
Specs only take you so far. Our advisors give an independent recommendation based on your mission, budget and how you actually fly — and represent your side through to purchase.