Mid Size Passenger Jets
Overview
The Boeing 737 Convertible refers to combi and convertible variants of the 737 designed to switch between passenger and cargo roles. Developed to enhance operational flexibility, these versions served airlines requiring adaptable capacity. The concept has been applied across multiple 737 generations.
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Specifications
Units
- Engine
- 2 × CFM 56-7B20/22/24/26
- Engine type
- Turbofan
- Thrust
- 2 × 26,300 lbf · 117 kN
- Avionics
- Rockwell Collins avionics
- Wing tips
- No winglets
- Seats
- 149 economy · 140 business
- Crew
- —
- Cabin width
- 11 ft 7 in · 3.53 m
- Cabin height
- 7 ft 3 in · 2.20 m
- Cabin length
- 79 ft 2 in · 24.13 m
- Exterior length
- 110 ft 4 in · 33.63 m
- Tail height
- 41 ft 3 in · 12.57 m
- Fuselage diameter
- 12 ft 4 in · 3.76 m
- Wing span
- 112 ft 7 in · 34.32 m
- Baggage volume
- 968 ft³ · 27.4 m³
- Gross weight
- —
- Empty weight
- —
- Max takeoff weight
- 154,500 lb · 70,000 kg
- Max landing weight
- 129,000 lb · 58,500 kg
- Max payload
- 38,700 lb · 17,600 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 6,900 gal · 26,000 L · 20,800 kg (Jet A)
- Max cruise speed
- 450 kt · 518 mph · 833 km/h
- Maximum speed
- —
- Cruise speed
- —
- Approach speed
- 120 kt · 138 mph · 222 km/h
- Range
- 3,445 nm · 3,960 mi · 6,380 km
- Fuel burn
- 0.57 nm/gal · 0.28 km/L
- Ceiling
- 41,000 ft · 12,500 m
- Rate of climb
- 3,000 ft/min · 15 m/s
- Takeoff distance
- 8,300 ft · 2,530 m
- Landing distance
- 7,000 ft · 2,130 m
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Operational Context
Boeing 737 Convertible — passenger-to-cargo adaptable jet
Convertible versions of the 737 were introduced to allow operators to reconfigure the cabin for freight service. Reinforced floors and large cargo doors enabled main deck cargo loading. These aircraft typically operated on short and medium-haul routes.
Performance characteristics generally match equivalent passenger variants, with cruise speeds near 460 knots (850 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight varies by model but can exceed 150,000 pounds (68,000 kg). Seating or cargo capacity depends on configuration.
The convertible concept has proven useful for airlines with fluctuating demand. It offers operational versatility without requiring separate fleets. Such variants continue to serve niche markets worldwide.
Sources and references used for research and fact-checking.
- https://www.boeing.com/commercial/737ng/
- http://www.boeing.com/assets/pdf/commercial/airports/acaps/737.pdf
- http://www.boeing.com/farnborough2014/pdf/BCA/Bck%20-%20NG%20737%20Family_June%202014.pdf
- https://www.airlines-inform.com/commercial-aircraft/boeing-737-700.html
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boeing_737_Next_Generation#737-700