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Why choose the 737-700ER over larger variants?

The stated reason for choosing the 737-700ER is its lower purchase price.

Airborne Early Warning Boeing 737 Defence Procurement E-7 Wedgetail Live Q&A

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Question

Why was the Boeing 737-700ER chosen instead of the 737-800 or 737-900?

Short answer

Purchase price: the 737-700ER was cheaper to buy.

Notes

The question compares the Boeing 737-700ER with the 737-800 and 737-900 in the airborne early-warning discussion. The brief answer identifies purchase price as the reason for the choice. It does not compare their technical capabilities.