1988 Boeing 737-300SF
Registration: TG-TGX
Serial Number: 24276
For sale is a 1988 Boeing 737-300SF bearing registration ZS-TGX and serial number 24276. This proven narrowbody freighter is equipped with a large left-hand forward main cargo door and an upper deck configured to accept up to nine pallets, providing flexibility for a wide range of cargo missions. Power is supplied by dependable CFM56-3C1 engines. Certified weights include a maximum takeoff weight of 61,235 kg, maximum taxi weight of 61,461 kg, maximum landing weight of 51,709 kg, and a maximum zero fuel weight of 48,307 kg. The airframe shows 67,797 total hours and 48,495 total cycles, consistent with a mature, well-utilized freighter platform.
ZS-TGX benefits from a diverse and reputable operating history, having previously flown with Star Air Cargo, Donghai Airlines, China Postal Airlines, Wells Fargo Bank following SF conversion, and Varig. The aircraft represents a compelling opportunity for operators seeking a reliable, in-service 737-300SF with a solid pedigree and established cargo performance. Well suited for near-term deployment, fleet expansion, or replacement lift, ZS-TGX offers a cost-effective and proven solution for dedicated freighter operations.
ZS-TGX is a 1988 Boeing 737-341SF (serial number 24276) configured for dedicated freighter operations. The airframe has accumulated 67,797 total flight hours and 48,495 total cycles. The aircraft is certified with a maximum takeoff weight of 61,235 kg, maximum taxi weight of 61,461 kg, maximum landing weight of 51,709 kg, and maximum zero fuel weight of 48,307 kg, allowing flexible payload and operational planning across short- and medium-haul cargo sectors.
Fuel capacity is distributed between the main wing tanks and the integral centre wing tank, with the main wing tanks holding 4,827 kg and the centre wing tank holding 7,448 kg, for a total fuel capacity of 17,102 kg. This configuration supports extended range operations while maintaining efficient fuel burn characteristics typical of the 737-300SF platform.
Maintenance status shows the next A Check is due at 67,881 airframe hours, with the next C Check scheduled at 69,958 hours. The landing gear system is maintained on a 21,000-cycle overhaul interval, and all gear assemblies retain substantial remaining cycles to overhaul. The auxiliary power unit is operated on-condition and currently reflects 1,893 total hours and 1,243 total landings, supporting reliable ground and independent operations.
The aircraft is powered by two CFM56-3 series engines with documented life-limited part status. Both engines show healthy remaining LLP margins, with the limiting components driven by fan, compressor, and turbine module components. Avionics equipment includes a full complement of flight management, navigation, communication, flight control, recording, and monitoring systems supporting modern cargo operations and regulatory compliance.
Technical Summary (Bullet Points)
- Aircraft type: Boeing 737-341SF
- Year of manufacture: 1988
- Serial number: 24276
- Total airframe hours: 67,797
- Total airframe cycles: 48,495
- Maximum takeoff weight: 61,235 kg
- Maximum taxi weight: 61,461 kg
- Maximum landing weight: 51,709 kg
- Maximum zero fuel weight: 48,307 kg
- Fuel capacity total: 17,102 kg- Main wing tanks: 4,827 kg- Integral centre wing tank: 7,448 kg
- Next A Check due: 67,881 hours
- Next C Check due: 69,958 hours
- Landing gear overhaul interval: 21,000 cycles- Nose landing gear remaining cycles to overhaul: 20,082- RH main landing gear remaining cycles to overhaul: 19,822- LH main landing gear remaining cycles to overhaul: 19,822
- Auxiliary power unit:- Part number: 380428-6-5- Serial number: P-60104- Condition: SV on-condition- Total hours: 1,893- Total landings: 1,243
Engine Life Limited Parts Summary
Engine 1
Engine type: CFM56-3C1
Engine serial number: 856298
Category: Fan & Booster Module
Part name: Spool Booster
P/N: 335-009-306-0
S/N: BC586657
Cycles: 16,693
Cycle limit: 30,000
Cycles remaining to next shop visit: 13,307
Category: Fan & Booster Module
Part name: Fan Disk
P/N: 335-014-511-0
S/N: DD436898
Cycles: 16,693
Cycle limit: 24,900
Cycles remaining to next shop visit: 7,830
Category: Fan & Booster Module
Part name: Fan Shaft
P/N: 335-006-414-0
S/N: DD086062
Cycles: 18,358
Cycle limit: 30,000
Cycles remaining to next shop visit: 11,642
Engine 1 LLP cycle limiter (minimum remaining): 808 cycles
Engine 2
Engine type: CFM56-3C1
Engine serial number: 727344
Category: Fan & Booster Module
Part name: Spool Booster
P/N: 335-009-306-0
S/N: BC653215
Cycles: 14,264
Cycle limit: 30,000
Cycles remaining to next shop visit: 15,736
Category: Fan & Booster Module
Part name: Fan Disk
P/N: 335-014-511-0
S/N: DD086172
Cycles: 12,509
Cycle limit: 24,900
Cycles remaining to next shop visit: 11,788
Category: Fan & Booster Module
Part name: Fan Shaft
P/N: 335-006-414-0
S/N: DD860626
Cycles: 14,264
Cycle limit: 30,000
Cycles remaining to next shop visit: 15,736
Engine 2 LLP cycle limiter (minimum remaining): 1,038 cycles