Boeing 747-400
The Boeing 747-400 is the best-selling version of the original 'Jumbo Jet' and was, for many years, the flagship of major airlines around the world. It introduced a two-crew glass cockpit, winglets, and a longer range than earlier 747s. Its unmistakable upper-deck hump, originally added for cargo-loading reasons on the very first 747, became one of the most recognisable shapes in aviation. Many -400s have since been converted into dedicated freighters, extending their working lives well beyond passenger service.
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The 747-400 introduced a two-crew glass cockpit and winglets, dropping the flight engineer earlier 747s required.
Specifications
| Length | 70.7 m (232 ft) |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 64.4 m (211 ft) |
| Height | 19.4 m (64 ft) |
| Maximum passengers | 660 |
| Persons on board | 450 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 396.9 t |
| Range | 7,260 NM (13,446 km) |
| Maximum speed | 493 kt (913 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 45,100 ft (13,746 m) |
| Optimum ceiling | 35,000 ft (10,668 m) |
| Rate of climb | 1,500 ft/min (7.6 m/s) |
| Take-off distance | 3,352 m (10,997 ft) |
| Landing distance | 2,072 m (6,798 ft) |
| Fuel capacity | 216,800 l |
| Engines | CF6-80C2/PW4000/RB211 |
| Units built | 675 |
Curated by CatchFlights from manufacturer documents, ICAO Doc 8643 and reference works; values are left out where no source could confirm them. Sources are listed on our credits page.
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