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Boeing 727 vs McDonnell Douglas 717

Side-by-side aircraft model specifications (max across variants).

SpecBoeing 727McDonnell Douglas 717
ICAO typeB722B712
MTOW115,600 kg54,800 kg
Range3,920 nm2,060 nm
Cruise speed495 kt438 kt
Service ceiling43,000 ft39,000 ft
Max seats228124
Length47 m38 m
Wingspan39 m28 m
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How does the Boeing 727 compare to the McDonnell Douglas 717 in range?

The Boeing 727 has a range of 3,920 nm; the McDonnell Douglas 717 has a range of 2,060 nm.

How does the Boeing 727 compare to the McDonnell Douglas 717 in cruise speed?

The Boeing 727 cruises at 495 kt; the McDonnell Douglas 717 cruises at 438 kt.

What is the MTOW difference between the Boeing 727 and the McDonnell Douglas 717?

The Boeing 727 has a maximum take-off weight of 115,600 kg, compared with 54,800 kg for the McDonnell Douglas 717.

How many seats do the Boeing 727 and McDonnell Douglas 717 have?

The Boeing 727 seats up to 228; the McDonnell Douglas 717 seats up to 124.

What ICAO type codes do the Boeing 727 and McDonnell Douglas 717 use?

The Boeing 727 is ICAO type B722; the McDonnell Douglas 717 is ICAO type B712.