What engines are on the A321?
Two suppliers provided turbofan engines for the A321: CFM International with its CFM56 and International Aero Engines with the V2500 engine, both in the thrust range of 133–147 kN (30,000–33,000 lbf). Our A320 series aircraft use engines from two different engine manufacturers. The older aircraft have the CFM56-5B engines, while the newer A321 aircraft use IAE V2500-A5 engines, which consume less fuel.
What is the new engine option for the Airbus A321?
Neo stands for new engine option, meaning that this aircraft type operates with a different kind of engine than the previous Airbus A321 and A320s. These engines help to ensure that the neos emit less CO2 than their predecessors. The Airbus A321neo is a single-aisle airliner created by Airbus. The A321neo (neo being an acronym for new engine option) is developed from the Airbus A321 and Airbus A320neo family.
Who manufactures engines for Airbus?
ROLLS-ROYCE The company is known for the RB211 high-bypass turbofans and Trent series, as well as their joint venture engines for the Airbus A320, McDonnell Douglas MD-90 family and the Boeing 717 (BR700). Rolls-Royce Trent 970s were the first engines to power the new Airbus A380. In April 2025, Airbus’ Newsroom reported that the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) had certified the A350-900 with the new Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 Enhanced Performance (EP) engine. This engine came with a host of improvements based on a decade of Trent XWB operations.The Rolls-Royce Trent XWB is a high-bypass turbofan produced by Rolls-Royce Holdings. In July 2006, the Trent XWB was selected to exclusively power the Airbus A350.
Which is better A320 or A321?
Range: The A321, especially newer variants like the A321neo, often has a longer range than the A320. Landing Gear: The A321 has reinforced landing gear to support its greater weight. Overall, the A321 is better for higher-capacity and longer routes compared to the A320. The A319/320/321 and B737-600 or later all fly at the same speed (. Mach) whereas the B737-500 and lower models fly slower than the A320 models. A B737-700, on a hot day at high altitude, say 4000 feet, could land at maximum landing weight, do a quick turn-around and take off at maximum weight.