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Boeing 747-300

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description Boeing 747-300 Overview

The Boeing 747-300 is a variant of the Boeing 747 wide-body airliner that entered service in 1983 with launch customer Swissair. Its principal distinction from earlier 747-200 models is the stretched upper deck, which is roughly seven meters longer and increases passenger capacity on both decks. The -300 shares the airframe structure and engine options of the -200 and offers similar range. Major sub-variants include the passenger 747-300, the -300M combi with a side cargo door, the -300SR short-range model for high-density Japanese domestic routes, and later -300SF freighter conversions.

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What physical design change distinguishes the Boeing 747-300 from earlier 747 models?

The Boeing 747-300 is visually distinguished by its Straight Extended Upper Deck (SEUD). Unlike earlier models that had a shorter upper deck, this variant stretched the upper deck straight back to provide significantly more seating space.

When did the Boeing 747-300 enter commercial airline service?

The jumbo jet was first delivered and introduced into commercial service in 1983. Swissair was the launch customer for this specific 747 variant.

Did Boeing ever manufacture a dedicated cargo freighter version of the 747-300?

No, Boeing did not build a dedicated freighter variant of the 747-300 straight from the factory. While some older passenger models were later converted into cargo planes, airlines had to wait for the 747-400F for a newly built freighter.

How many passengers could a standard Boeing 747-300 carry?

Thanks to the extended upper deck, the 747-300 could hold up to roughly 400 to 500 passengers in a typical mixed-class configuration. This represented a noticeable capacity increase over the older 747-200.

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