Airbus A321neo
Airbus SAS
About
The Airbus A321neo is the stretched variant of the A320neo family and has become phenomenally successful since entering service in 2017. With new-generation engines and sharklets, it offers 20% fuel savings over the A321ceo. The A321neo spawned several variants: the A321LR (Long Range) with additional fuel tanks extending range to 7,400 km, and the revolutionary A321XLR (Xtra Long Range) certified in 2024 with 8,700 km range, enabling transatlantic single-aisle operations. These capabilities have made the A321neo family a game-changer, allowing airlines to open new routes previously requiring widebody aircraft. It has become the best-selling A320neo variant.
Weightscompared to Boeing 757-300
Capacitycompared to Boeing 757-300
Passenger Capacity
81% of 757-300 maximum capacity
Crew
Dimensions
Length
Wingspan
Height
Wing Area
Cabin Width
Cabin Height
Catalog Price
Base List Price
$129.5M USD
2018 catalog price
Note: Actual prices vary based on configuration, options, and negotiations. This represents the manufacturer's base catalog price.
Engine Specifications
Engine Count
2×
Engine Model
CFM LEAP-1A32 or PW1133G-JM
Thrust per Engine
146.0 kN(32822 lbf)
Fuel & Cargo
Fuel Capacity
32,790 L
Cargo Volume
51.7 m³
Production & History
Total Produced
2,100
Production Status
In production
Manufacturing Period
2016–present
First Flight
February 9, 2016
Entered Service
May 9, 2017