Airliner • Tupolev • Tu-204-100, Tu-204-120, Tu-204C, Tu-204RM, Tu-214
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| Model | Tu-204 |
| Category | Airliner |
| Variants | Tu-204-100, Tu-204-120, Tu-204C, Tu-204RM, Tu-214 |
| Production Years | 1989 – 2006 |
| Seating | 210, 214, 240 seats |
| Typical TTAF | 18,000 hours |
| Markets | Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Uzbekistan |
| Price Range | $2.5M – $8.5M |
The Tupolev Tu-204 is a Russian twin-engine, medium-range narrow-body airliner designed as a successor to the Tu-154. First introduced in 1989, it represents a significant modernization of Soviet-era commercial aviation technology, featuring advanced avionics, improved fuel efficiency, and contemporary aerodynamic design. The aircraft typically accommodates 210-214 passengers in a two-class configuration, though high-density layouts can seat up to 240. The Tu-204 is powered by Rolls-Royce RB211 or Soloviev PS-90A turbofan engines, providing reliable performance across medium-range routes. The aircraft gained international recognition for its operational capability and has been operated by Russian and CIS-region carriers, with limited service in other global markets. A cargo variant, the Tu-204C, and a military derivative, the Tu-204RM, extended the platform's utility. Despite its solid engineering, the Tu-204 faced competition from Western designs like the Boeing 757 and Airbus A220, limiting its global market penetration. The type remains in service with a handful of operators, primarily in Russia and former Soviet states.
Maximum Speed: 900 km/h (Mach 0.86)
Cruise Speed: 800-850 km/h
Service Ceiling: 12,500 meters (41,010 feet)
Maximum Range: 5,270 kilometers
Engines: 2× Rolls-Royce RB211-535E4 or Soloviev PS-90A
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 104,300 kilograms
Fuselage Length: 46.27 meters
Fuselage Width: 3.90 meters (cabin diameter)