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Old 28th February 2006 | 07:44
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TopBunk
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OK lets take the 737-400 vs the A320, both with CFM56 engines and 150 seats.

B737-400 basic weight about 34 tonnes
A320 basic weight about 45 tonnes.

Note the A321 with 196 seats basic weight is only about 46 tonnes, ie an increase of 1 tonne for 40 extra seats!
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