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Boeing Bbj Max 7 vs Boeing Bbj Max 8 vs Boeing Bbj Max 9

Boeing’s BBJ MAX family scales mainly by cabin volume and typical passenger load, while long-range capability remains broadly similar across variants. The BBJ MAX 7 is the smallest of the three, offering the most intimate cabin and generally the lowest passenger capacity in VIP layouts; in higher-density arrangements it still carries fewer people than the larger models. Its range is typically marketed as very long, suitable for intercontinental missions, with the advantage of lower operating weight and potentially better access to shorter or more restrictive airports compared with its larger siblings. The BBJ MAX 8 sits in the middle and is often viewed as the “balanced” option, combining a larger cabin than the MAX 7 with strong long-range performance. Passenger capacity in corporate configurations is commonly mid-range, and it can accommodate more zones (office, lounge, stateroom) than the MAX 7 without moving to the largest airframe. The BBJ MAX 9 is the largest, prioritizing maximum cabin space and the highest passenger capacity potential. Range remains intercontinental but is generally a bit lower than the smaller variants due to higher weight, making it best when space and headcount outweigh the last increment of range.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 7Boeing BBJ 737 MAXBoeing BBJ MAX 9
Summary
Total Seats121212
ManufacturerBoeingBoeingBoeing
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 7BBJ MAX 8BBJ MAX 9
Max Range (nm)700065556376
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470470470
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$91,000,000$99,000,000$107,700,000
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 15.74
Min Crew44
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 1.97
Max Cabin Seats3535
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)7170077120
Standard Cabin Seats88
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 7,396
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellHoneywell
Cabin
Cockpit22
Min Crew44
Total Seats1010
ConfigurationGreen InteriorGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats3535
Cabin Pressure (psi)99
Standard Cabin Seats88
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2400024000
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BLEAP-1B
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn-Condition
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)2800028000
No. of Engines22
Dimensions
Length (ft)129.7138.4
Wingspan (ft)117.9117.9
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.611.6
Cabin Height (ft)7.17.1
Cabin Length (ft)98.4107.2
Overall Height (ft)40.340.3
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.710.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)91.9100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)12001485