It is a modified 737
General Characteristics
Primary Function: High-priority personnel transport
Prime Contractor: Boeing (airframe) and CFM International (engines)
Power Plant: Two GE CFM 56-7B27 turbofan engines
Thrust: 27,000 pounds static thrust each engine
Length: 110 feet, 4 inches (33.6 meters)
Height: 41 feet, 2 inches (12.5 meters)
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 171,000 pounds
Wingspan: 117 feet, 5 inches (35.8 meters)
Cruise Speed: 322 mph
Ceiling: 41,000 feet (12,727 meters)
Fuel Capability: 60,000 pounds
Maximum Range: 4,500 to 5,000 nautical miles (based on payload) unrefueled range
Maximum Load: C-40B: 26 to 32 passengers; C-40C: 42 to 111 passengers
Crew: 10 (varies with model and mission)
Date Deployed: Feb. 28, 2003
Unit Cost: $70 million
Inventory: Active force, 4; Air National Guard, 3; Air Force Reserve, 4