A Boeing 747 holds between about 48,400 gallons and 63,034 gallons of fuel depending on the model version. Here are the specifics by model:
- Boeing 747-100: about 48,400 gallons (183,214 liters)
- Boeing 747-200 and 747-300: slightly increased to around 52,410 gallons (199,158 liters)
- Boeing 747-400: about 57,285 gallons (216,840 liters)
- Boeing 747-8i Intercontinental (latest model): up to 63,034 gallons (238,610 liters)
- Boeing 747-8f freighter variant: about 59,734 gallons (226,095 liters)
The fuel is primarily stored in the wings with additional tanks in the central wing section and sometimes auxiliary tanks in the horizontal stabilizer to balance fuel load and maximize range.
