Boeing 747-400F

04 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

The UPS livery and the aircraft’s lack of passenger windows clearly identify this as a dedicated 747-400F cargo variant.

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Aviation History

The Boeing 747-400F is a dedicated freighter version of the legendary 747-400 family, a backbone of global air cargo operations since the late 1990s.

Fleet Rarity

747-400F operational numbers are shrinking as newer 747-8Fs enter the market. UPS operates one of the largest 747-400F fleets remaining.

Record Flights

Has operated some of the world's longest direct cargo flights and expedited international express shipments.

Safety & Events

Generally reliable with few major incidents; occasional diversions for mechanical or weather issues.

Future Outlook

Still actively flying in global cargo service; being gradually superseded by newer freighters but will likely remain common into late 2020s.

Pratt & Whitney PW4056, General Electric CF6-80C2B1F, or Rolls-Royce RB211-524G/H (varies by frame)

Engine

64.4 m

Wingspan

70.7 m

Length

8,240 km

Range

907 km/h

Speed

Cargo: approx. 112,760 kg

Capacity

396,890 kg

MTOW

19.4 m

Height

Each engine approx. 56,000–63,300 lbf (249–282 kN) depending on engine type

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3/4, approx. 95–104 dB on departure (varies by configuration)

Noise

Precise registration is not visible in the image.