Container specifications
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Pallets and Containers
In airplanes, cargo is loaded in containers and pallets. These containers and pallets are also called Unit Loading Devices (ULD).
On the following page you will learn more about the ULDs used by AirBridgeCargo.
  • Common designation
    IATA ULD code: PMC Q7
    Universal general-purpose flat pallet for lower holds and main decks. Tare weight: 120 kg (265 lb) Volume: H 299.7 cm (118 in), 21.2 m3 (750 ft3)
  • Common designation
    IATA ULD code: PYB Q6
    Universal general-purpose flat pallet for lower holds and main decks.
  • Common designation
    IATA ULD code: PYB Q7
    Universal general-purpose flat pallet for lower holds and main decks.
  • Common designation
    IATA ULD code: PZA Q6
    Universal general-purpose flat pallet for lower holds and main decks.
  • Common designation
    IATA ULD code: PZA Q7
    Universal general-purpose flat pallet for lower holds and main decks.
  • Common designation
    IATA ULD code: AKE contoured container
    Half-width lower hold container with one angled side. Door is either canvas or solid. Door opening: 58 x 61-in (147 x 155-cm) Maximum gross weight: 1,588 cm (3,500 lb) Tare weight: 82 kg (181 lb) AS1825 volume: 4.5 m3 (159 ft3)
  • Common designation
    IATA ULD code: RKN contoured cool container
    Half-width lower hold insulated container with one angled end. Door is solid. Most examples are forkable. Door opening: 54 x 55-in (137 x 140-cm) Maximum gross weight: 1,588 cm (3,500 lb) Tare weight: 210 kg (463 lb)
  • Common designation
    IATA ULD code: HMA horse box on P6P pallet base
    P6P base with IATA-specified horse box stalls attached. Available with canvas top or solid roof. Some further modified versions available with position for escort. Maximum gross weight: 3,500 kg (7,716 lb) Tare weight: 1,310 kg (2,888 lb)
  • Common designation
    IATA ULD code: PMC Q6
    Universal general-purpose flat pallet for lower holds and main decks. Tare weight: 120 kg (265 lb) Volume: H 243.8 cm (96 in), 17.0 m3 (600 ft3)
  • Common designation
    IATA ULD code: PMC LD
    Universal general-purpose flat pallet for lower holds and main decks. Tare weight: 120 kg (265 lb) Volume: H 162.6 cm (64 in), 11.5 m3 (407 ft3)