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Airbus A300-600ST Beluga specs, size & range
The Airbus A300-600ST Beluga (ICAO code A3ST, IATA ABB) is a landplane with 2 jet engines in the heavy wake-turbulence category. It is a maximum take-off weight of 155,000 kg.
A300-600ST Beluga specifications
- Max landing weight
- 140,000 kg (308,647 lb)
- Max zero-fuel weight
- 130,000 kg
- Max ramp weight
- 155,900 kg
Models & engines
| Model | Engines | Certified |
|---|---|---|
| A300F4-608ST | General Electric CF6-80C2A8 | 27 May 2004 |
The Airbus A300-600ST Beluga is a landplane with 2 jet engines built by Airbus. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code A3ST, while airline timetables and booking sites use the IATA code ABB. It belongs to the heavy wake-turbulence category, so aircraft landing or taking off behind it must keep extra separation.
A300-600ST Beluga weight and fuel
The maximum take-off weight is 155,000 kg (341,716 lb) and it may land at up to 140,000 kg — 90% of take-off weight. Among airliners & big jets it ranks #31 of 69 by weight. Without fuel it may weigh at most 130,000 kg, leaving up to 25,000 kg for fuel at maximum take-off weight.
A300-600ST Beluga speed and range
On final approach it flies at around 137 knots (254 km/h).
A300-600ST Beluga models and engines
Our database lists 1 certified model of the A300-600ST Beluga: A300F4-608ST. The first was certified in May 2004. Engines come from General Electric.
Aircraft similar to the A300-600ST Beluga
Comparable airliners & big jets include Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 747SCA Shuttle Carrier, Boeing 767-400 and Boeing 777-200LR.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code of the Airbus A300-600ST Beluga?
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