Boeing 737 MAX 8
Specs, top speed, range and facts
The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is a short and medium-haul airliner built by Boeing in the USA. It first flew in 2016 and entered service in 2017. Fit modern engines under the low-slung 737 to compete with the A320neo.
- Top speed839 km/h (521 mph)
- Range6,570 km (4,082 miles)
- First flight2016
- Wingspan35.9 m (118 ft)
Boeing 737 MAX 8 specs
| Top speed | 839 km/h (521 mph) |
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| Cruising speed | Mach 0.79 (about 839 km/h) |
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| Range | 6,570 km (4,082 miles) |
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| Service ceiling | 12,500 m (41,011 ft) |
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| Length | 39.5 m (130 ft) |
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| Wingspan | 35.9 m (118 ft) |
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| Height | 12.3 m (40 ft) |
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| Max takeoff weight | 82 t (181,218 lb) |
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| Crew and capacity | 2 crew, 162 to 210 seats |
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| Engines | 2 × CFM LEAP-1B |
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| First flight | 2016 |
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| Entered service | 2017 |
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| Built by | Boeing (USA) |
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Boeing 737 MAX 8 facts
- Its split-tip winglets curve both up and down.
- It was grounded worldwide for about 20 months after two crashes in 2018 and 2019.
Quick quiz
When did the Boeing 737 MAX 8 first fly?
In 2016.
Who built the Boeing 737 MAX 8?
Boeing, in the USA.
How fast can the Boeing 737 MAX 8 fly?
Its top speed is 839 km/h (521 mph).
How far can the Boeing 737 MAX 8 fly?
About 6,570 km (4,082 miles).
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