Boeing 737-200

The early 737 variant built for expanding short-haul jet networks.

Overview

Boeing United States ICAO: B732 1965–1988 Active $5.2 million (1972)

The Boeing 737-200 was an extended version of the original 737-100. Entering service in 1968, it offered increased capacity and range. The aircraft became widely adopted by airlines worldwide.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
2 × Pratt & Whitney JT8D-17
Engine type
Turbofan
Thrust
2 × 16,000 lbf · 71 kN
Avionics
ARINC 500 series
Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
136
Crew
—
Cabin width
11 ft 7 in  ·  3.54 m
Cabin height
6 ft 11 in  ·  2.11 m
Cabin length
96 ft 11 in  ·  29.54 m
Exterior length
100 ft 2 in  ·  30.53 m
Tail height
37 ft 3 in  ·  11.35 m
Fuselage diameter
12 ft 6 in  ·  3.80 m
Wing span
93 ft 0 in  ·  28.35 m
Baggage volume
876 ft³  ·  24.8 m³
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
115,500 lb  ·  52,500 kg
Max landing weight
103,000 lb  ·  46,700 kg
Max payload
28,200 lb  ·  12,800 kg
Fuel capacity
4,700 gal · 17,900 L · 14,300 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
504 kt  ·  580 mph  ·  933 km/h
Maximum speed
—
Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
150 kt  ·  173 mph  ·  278 km/h
Range
2,600 nm  ·  2,990 mi  ·  4,820 km
Fuel burn
—
Ceiling
37,000 ft  ·  11,300 m
Rate of climb
1,500 ft/min  ·  8 m/s
Takeoff distance
6,000 ft  ·  1,830 m
Landing distance
4,600 ft  ·  1,400 m
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Boeing 737-200 Aer Lingus

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Operational Context

Boeing 737-200 — short to medium-haul narrow-body jet

The 737-200 first flew in 1967 alongside the -100 and entered service in 1968. Its longer fuselage allowed greater passenger capacity. The aircraft retained the low-wing design and rear-mounted systems layout typical of early 737 models.

Powered by two Pratt & Whitney JT8D turbofan engines producing approximately 14,500 pounds of thrust (64 kN) each, the 737-200 cruised at around 450 knots (835 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeded 115,000 pounds (52,160 kg). Seating typically ranged from 100 to 130 passengers.

The 737-200 achieved strong global sales and served in both passenger and combi roles. Some variants were equipped for gravel runway operations. The model played a significant role in expanding jet travel to regional markets.

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