The Size of the Boeing 747-8
The 747-8 differs from the 747-400 mainly in wingspan and fuselage length.
The primary external differences between the 747-8 and the 747-400 are in wingspan and fuselage length. They are virtually the same height.
747-8 (ft / m)
747-400 (ft / m)
Span
224.4 / 68.4
213.0 / 64.9
Length
250.2 / 76.3
231.8 / 70.7
Height
64.2 / 19.6
64.0 / 19.5
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Photographs of every major Boeing 747 variant and special-mission jumbo, from airline service to the Dreamlifter, Air Force One and SOFIA.
Boeing 747-8 Photos
The Boeing 747-8 in pictures, from wing assembly and final construction through paint hangar roll-out to first flight.
747-400 Cargo
Japan Airlines Cargo Boeing 747-400F JA401J photographed on the ramp, showing the freighter's raised flight deck and nose door.
747-400D (Japan Airlines)
A Japan Airlines Boeing 747-400D, the high-density domestic variant built without the winglets fitted to other 747-400s.
747-8 Berths
Optional crew rest berths offered on the 747-8, tucked into the upper area of the cabin for long-haul operations.
747-8-Intercontinental forward fuselage
The first forward fuselage section of the 747-8 Intercontinental, delivered to Everett for final assembly.