| General information | |
|---|---|
| Type | Narrow-body airliner |
| National origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Boeing Commercial Airplanes |
| Status | In service |
| Primary users | Southwest Airlines |
| Number built | 1,751 as of February 2025 |
| History | |
| Manufactured | 2014–present |
| Introduction date | May 22, 2017, with Malindo Air |
| First flight | January 29, 2016; 9 years ago |
| Developed from | Boeing 737 Next Generation |

The 737 MAX is based on earlier 737 designs, with more efficient CFM International LEAP-1B engines, aerodynamic changes including distinctive split-tip winglets, and airframe modifications. The 737 MAX series has been offered in four variants, offering 138 to 204 seats in typical two-class configuration, and a range of 3,300 to 3,850 nautical miles [nmi] (6,110 to 7,130 km; 3,800 to 4,430 mi). The 737 MAX 7, MAX 8 (including the 200–seat MAX 200), and MAX 9 are intended to replace the 737-700, -800, and -900 respectively, and a further-stretched 737 MAX 10 is available. As of July 2023, the 737 MAX has 4,339 unfilled orders and 1,276 deliveries.
On August 30, 2011, Boeing's board of directors approved the launch of the re-engined 737, expecting a 4% lower fuel burn than the Airbus A320neo. Studies for additional drag reduction were performed during 2011, including revised tail cone, natural laminar flow nacelle, and hybrid laminar flow vertical stabilizer. Boeing abandoned the development of a new design. Boeing expected the 737 MAX to meet or exceed the range of the Airbus A320neo. Firm configuration for the 737 MAX was scheduled for 2013Ceiling
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| Seating | 153 + 145Y) to 172 max | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat pitch | 28–29 in (71–74 cm) in high density, 29–30 in (74–76 cm) in economy, 36 in (91 cm) in business | |||
| Cargo capacity | 1,139 cu ft (32.3 m3) | |||
| Engine (× 2) | CFM International LEAP-1B, 69.4 in (176 cm) Fan diameter, 26,786–29,317 lbf (119–130 kN) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cruising speed | Mach 0.79 (453 kn; 839 km/h) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Range | 3,800 nmi (7,000 km; 4,400 mi) | |||
| Ceiling | 41,000 ft (12,000 m) | |||
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