Overview
The A300 was the first aircraft built by the new European Airbus consortium and the world's first twin-engined wide-body airliner. It entered service with Air France in 1974 and, after a slow start, proved that two engines were enough for a large jet — an idea later copied by the 767, A330 and 777.
Production ended in 2007. Most surviving A300s are freighters flying for FedEx, UPS and others. Specifications are for the A300-600R.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 54.08 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 44.84 m |
| Height | 16.62 m |
| Wing area | 260.0 m² |
Weights & fuel
| Empty weight | 90,100 kg |
|---|---|
| Max. take-off weight | 171,700 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 68,150 L |
Performance
| Cruise speed | 875 km/h |
|---|---|
| Max. Mach | Mach 0.86 |
| Range | 7,500 km |
| Service ceiling | 12,200 m |
Crew & capacity
| Crew | 2 |
|---|---|
| Seats (typical) | 266 |
| Seats (max.) | 345 |
Powerplant
| Engines | 2 |
|---|---|
| Engine model | GE CF6-80C2 or Pratt & Whitney PW4158 |
| Thrust (each) | 262.0 kN |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
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