Boeing 737-800 BBJ2

The larger Boeing Business Jet built for extended global reach

Overview

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The Boeing 737-800 BBJ2 takes the familiar 737-800 airliner platform and transforms it into a long-range corporate jet. As the second member of the Boeing Business Jet family, it offers increased cabin space and intercontinental capability tailored for governments, heads of state, and private owners.

Specifications

Units
Engine
2 × CFM 56-7B27
Engine type
Turbofan
Thrust
2 × 27,300 lbf · 121 kN
Avionics
Rockwell Collins Avionics
Wing tips
Blended tips
Seats
63
Crew
—
Cabin width
11 ft 7 in  ·  3.54 m
Cabin height
7 ft 3 in  ·  2.20 m
Cabin length
98 ft 4 in  ·  29.97 m
Exterior length
129 ft 7 in  ·  39.50 m
Tail height
41 ft 2 in  ·  12.55 m
Fuselage diameter
12 ft 4 in  ·  3.76 m
Wing span
117 ft 5 in  ·  35.79 m
Baggage volume
1,593 ft³  ·  45.1 m³
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
174,000 lb  ·  79,000 kg
Max landing weight
146,500 lb  ·  66,500 kg
Max payload
41,600 lb  ·  18,900 kg
Fuel capacity
6,900 gal · 26,000 L · 20,800 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
473 kt  ·  544 mph  ·  876 km/h
Maximum speed
—
Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
140 kt  ·  161 mph  ·  259 km/h
Range
3,060 nm  ·  3,520 mi  ·  5,670 km
Fuel burn
0.45 nm/gal  ·  0.22 km/L
Ceiling
41,000 ft  ·  12,500 m
Rate of climb
3,000 ft/min  ·  15 m/s
Takeoff distance
8,200 ft  ·  2,490 m
Landing distance
4,500 ft  ·  1,370 m
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Operational Context

Boeing 737-800 BBJ2 — the expanded member of the BBJ family

The Boeing Business Jet 2, commonly known as the BBJ2, is based on the Boeing 737-800 from the 737 Next Generation series. Introduced in the early 2000s, it was developed to provide more cabin space than the original BBJ, which was based on the 737-700. The BBJ2 retains the strengthened airframe and long-range capability required for VIP operations while benefiting from the reliability and global support network of the commercial 737 platform.

Compared to the BBJ1, the BBJ2 features a longer fuselage, allowing for additional living and working areas inside the cabin. Typical layouts accommodate between 19 and 30 passengers, depending on the level of luxury and configuration. Interiors are fully customized and may include private bedrooms, conference rooms, lounges, dining areas, and dedicated crew rest sections.

To extend its range beyond that of the standard 737-800, the BBJ2 can be fitted with auxiliary fuel tanks installed in the cargo hold. With these additional tanks, the aircraft can achieve a range of approximately 5,500 nautical miles, enabling nonstop intercontinental travel.

Powered by CFM56-7B engines, the BBJ2 maintains strong performance while operating at lower passenger loads. Operators have included governments and private individuals seeking a balance between airliner-scale cabin space and business jet range. The BBJ2 represents a practical blend of commercial aviation engineering and high-end private transport.

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