Boeing BBJ 737-700

The executive jet built from the 737 platform for global corporate travel.

Overview

Boeing United States ICAO: B737 1998–2010 Active $71 million (2010)

The Boeing Business Jet based on the 737-700 was developed to offer airline-scale range and space in a private configuration. Introduced in the late 1990s, it targets corporate and government customers. The aircraft combines commercial reliability with customized interiors.

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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
79 ft 2 in  ·  24.13 m
Exterior length
110 ft 3 in  ·  33.60 m
Tail height
41 ft 3 in  ·  12.57 m
Fuselage diameter
12 ft 4 in  ·  3.76 m
Wing span
117 ft 5 in  ·  35.79 m
Baggage volume
964 ft³  ·  27.3 m³
Gross weight
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Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
171,000 lb  ·  77,500 kg
Max landing weight
134,000 lb  ·  61,000 kg
Max payload
33,700 lb  ·  15,300 kg
Fuel capacity
8,350 gal · 31,600 L · 25,300 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
473 kt  ·  544 mph  ·  876 km/h
Maximum speed
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Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
137 kt  ·  158 mph  ·  254 km/h
Range
6,196 nm  ·  7,130 mi  ·  11,470 km
Fuel burn
0.78 nm/gal  ·  0.38 km/L
Ceiling
41,000 ft  ·  12,500 m
Rate of climb
3,000 ft/min  ·  15 m/s
Takeoff distance
5,900 ft  ·  1,800 m
Landing distance
4,600 ft  ·  1,400 m
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Operational Context

Boeing BBJ 737-700 — long-range executive jet

The BBJ concept was launched in 1996 as a joint initiative between Boeing and General Electric. Based on the 737-700 airframe, it features additional fuel tanks and structural modifications for extended range. The cabin is fitted with bespoke executive interiors.

Powered by two CFM56-7B turbofan engines producing approximately 27,000 pounds of thrust (120 kN) each, the BBJ cruises at around 460 knots (850 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight is roughly 171,000 pounds (77,560 kg). Range can exceed 6,000 nautical miles (11,110 km) depending on configuration.

The BBJ has been adopted by corporations, heads of state, and private owners. Its large cabin allows flexible layouts including meeting rooms and private suites. The model established Boeing’s presence in the ultra-large business jet segment.

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