Overview
With a high thrust-to-weight ratio, the 757 can climb steeply and operate from short or hot-and-high runways. Production ended in 2004 after 1,050 were built (the figure counts all 757 versions), and it still flies with airlines and cargo operators.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 47.30 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 38.05 m |
| Height | 13.60 m |
| Wing area | 185.3 m² |
Weights & fuel
| Empty weight | 57,840 kg |
|---|---|
| Max. take-off weight | 115,680 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 43,490 L |
Performance
| Cruise speed | 850 km/h |
|---|---|
| Max. Mach | Mach 0.86 |
| Range | 7,222 km |
| Service ceiling | 12,800 m |
Crew & capacity
| Crew | 2 |
|---|---|
| Seats (typical) | 200 |
| Seats (max.) | 239 |
Powerplant
| Engines | 2 |
|---|---|
| Engine model | Rolls-Royce RB211-535 or Pratt & Whitney PW2000 |
| Thrust (each) | 193.0 kN |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
Photo 1: Aldo Bidini / Wikimedia Commons · GFDL 1.2
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