Boeing 747-400F

29 Mar 2026 · © Unknown

Magma Aviation Boeing 747-400F TF-AMP sits on the ramp at night, a classic queen of the skies still hard at work in the modern cargo world.

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Aviation History

One of the most iconic and widely used dedicated freighter aircraft, the 747-400F was a mainstay of international cargo fleets for decades.

Fleet Rarity

747-400F production numbers were healthy, but with many now retired or converted, it is less common in new operation; Magma operates a small fleet.

Record Flights

Flown on long-haul cargo routes connecting major global hubs; not known for record-breaking endurance but for capacity and range.

Safety & Events

747-400F as a type has had typical cargo incidents (overruns, ground damage), nothing extraordinary for this frame.

Future Outlook

Gradually being replaced by newer freighters (747-8F, 777F), but still active with specialist cargo operators and charters.

Specifications

CF6-80C2B1F (typical for 747-400F, but not visibly confirmed)

Engine

64.4 meters

Wingspan

70.7 meters

Length

8,240 kilometers

Range

907 kilometers per hour

Speed

Cargo: up to 113,000 kilograms

Capacity

396,890 kilograms

MTOW

19.4 meters

Height

Each engine up to 282.4 kN (63,500 lbf)

Thrust

QC2/4 (QC2 at departure, QC4 at arrival, Chapter 3/4/14 compliant; 91-95 dB typical)

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