Boeing BBJ 737 MAX 8 vs Boeing BBJ2 (737-800)
On published range, the Boeing BBJ 737 MAX 8 goes 2,111 km further than the Boeing BBJ2 (737-800) (12,297 km against 10,186 km).
The Boeing BBJ2 (737-800) is certified for 30 passengers, against 25 for the other.
Both sit in the "VIP airliner" category, so the published hourly band is the same: € 13,750 – 19,750 per hour. Published rate for the category, not for the model.
| Comparison table |  Boeing BBJ 737 MAX 8 |  Boeing BBJ2 (737-800) |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | VIP airliner | VIP airliner |
| Production | In production | Out of production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 25 | 30 — Best value |
| Cabin width | 3.53 m | 3.53 m |
| Cabin height | 2.16 m | 2.16 m |
| Flight | ||
| Range | 12,297 km (6,640 nm) — Best value | 10,186 km (5,500 nm) |
| Max speed (MMo) | Mach 0.82 | Mach 0.82 |
| Cost | ||
| Hourly rate (category) | € 13,750 – 19,750 | € 13,750 – 19,750 |
| Compare | Quote on this model | Quote on this model |
Computed on the maximum published range: the real leg depends on payload, wind and reserves. Prices are indicative, at the category hourly rate.
Sources: Manufacturer published specifications (2026-05) · Paramount Business Jets — published charter rates (2026-08-07) · European Central Bank daily reference rate — EUR/USD rate 1.1652 (2026-09-09)
Frequently asked questions
Boeing BBJ 737 MAX 8 or Boeing BBJ2 (737-800): which flies further?
The Boeing BBJ 737 MAX 8, at 12,297 km published range against 10,186 km. The 2,111 km gap matters on long legs: at real payload, with wind and reserves, both cover less than the published figure.
What does an hour cost?
Both sit in the same category (VIP airliner), whose published broker band is € 13,750 to 19,750 per hour all-in. That is a category rate, not a model rate: the firm price depends on the specific aircraft, the season and repositioning. A quote returns an all-in price within 60 minutes.
How many passengers?
The Boeing BBJ 737 MAX 8 is certified for up to 25 passengers, the Boeing BBJ2 (737-800) for up to 30. On charter, real layouts usually trade a seat or two for living space.