McDonnell Douglas
MD-11
The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 is a long-range, three-engine widebody airliner derived from the DC-10, featuring winglets, a more efficient wing, and a two-crew glass cockpit. Though its passenger career was relatively short, the MD-11 found a long second life as a heavy freighter and remains a backbone of express cargo fleets such as FedEx and UPS.
- Three-engine long-range widebody (DC-10 derivative)
- Winglets and advanced two-crew glass cockpit
- General Electric CF6-80C2 or P&W PW4460 engines
- Dominant in heavy express-freight operations
- Range around 6,840 nm (passenger)
- Operated by FedEx, UPS, and Lufthansa Cargo
MD-11 key specifications
- Range
- 6,840 nm
- Cruise speed
- 473 kts
- Passengers
- up to 410
- Max take-off weight
- 630,500 lb
- Engines
- 3 × Turbofan
About the MD-11
The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 — part of the MD-11 family — is a commercial airliner aimed at high-capacity scheduled passenger service. It entered service in 1990 and is now an established, widely-supported design, developed in the United States.
On performance, it offers a maximum range of about 6,840 nautical miles and a cruise of roughly 473 knots. It seats up to 410 passengers and is powered by 3 General Electric CF6-80C2 engines.
Its 6,840 nm range makes it well matched to nonstop ultra-long-haul sectors. It is flown by a two-pilot crew and is approved for IFR flight. For buyers weighing the MD-11, compare its specifications and operating profile against the closest alternatives below before requesting a quote.
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