Legacy engines
Paving the way for performance and technological excellence.
CFM56-2 Engine
22,000 – 24,000 Pounds Thrust
The CFM56-2 engine is the “granddaddy” of the CFM family of engines. It was the first high-bypass engine in the 10-tonne thurst class and formed the foundation for the CFM56 engines in service today. Its sturdy, efficient architecture has allowed CFM to become the most popular engine in the air. CFM56-2 engines can be found in Boeing DC-8 Super 70, KC-135R, E-3 Sentry AWACS, and E-6B aircraft.
Boeing DC-8 Super 70
KC-135R
E-3 Sentry AWACS
E-6B
CFM56-3 Engine
18,500 – 23,500 Pounds Thrust
The CFM56-3 was the start of CFM’s sole-source relationship with Boeing that has extended from the 737 Classic to the Next-Generation 737 to today’s 737 MAX family of aircraft.
A Boeing 737-300 with CFM56-3 engines
CFM56-5A Engine
22,000 – 26,500 Pounds Thrust
The CFM56-5A is the powerplant for Airbus’ entry into the single-aisle market: the A320ceo in 1988.
Airbus A319
Airbus A320
CFM56-5C Engine
31,200 – 34,000 Pounds Thrust
At 34,000 pounds takeoff thrust, the CFM56-5C was the highest thrust engine in the CFM56 family.
An Airbus A340 with CFM56-5C engines