ATR 72 freighter (standard door) — cargo hold and door dimensions
ATR 72 freighter (standard door) cargo hold: 1,735 cm long, 226 cm floor width, up to 182 cm high, about 75.5 m³. Forward cargo door 127 × 153 cm.
Cargo hold
| Hold length | 1,735 cm |
|---|---|
| Floor width | 226 cm |
| Maximum width | 256 cm |
| Maximum height | 182 cm |
| Max. cargo volume | 75.5 m³ (2,666 ft³) |
| Largest block in the cross-section | 226 × 135 cm (W × H) |
| Tapered tail section | last 215 cm, floor narrowing to 132 cm |
Volume is the manufacturer figure; usable volume depends on the cargo.
Cross-section
Hold sections
| Section | Length | Floor | Max. width | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Door zone (fwd) | 294 cm | 226 cm | 256 cm | 182 cm |
| Main section | 1,226 cm | 226 cm | 256 cm | 182 cm |
| Tail section (tapered) | 215 cm | 132 cm | 226 cm | 180 cm |
Cargo doors
| Door | Width × height | Sill height | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forward cargo door | 127 × 153 cm | 125 cm | left side, 30 cm from the front of the hold |
| Rear door | 75 × 172 cm | 147 cm | left side, 1,390 cm from the front of the hold |
A piece passes the forward cargo door if one of its faces fits within 127 × 153 cm. Through a side door a long piece goes in end-first and must then be turned inside the hold — the hold width limits how long it can be. AeroStow checks every piece against every door, including the turn.
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Frequently asked
What is the cargo door size of the ATR 72 freighter (standard door)?
Forward cargo door: 127 × 153 cm (left side); Rear door: 75 × 172 cm (left side).
How big is the ATR 72 freighter (standard door) cargo hold?
About 1,735 cm long with a 226 cm floor, up to 256 cm wide and 182 cm high — roughly 75.5 m³.
Data notes
Same hold as the ATR 72-202 Large Cargo Door, only the forward door differs: forward cargo door 127 × 153 cm, rear door 75 × 172 cm; 294 cm door zone + 1,226 cm main section + 215 cm tail section narrowing from 226 to 132 cm; floor 226 cm, max. inside width 256 cm, max. height 182 cm; a 226 × 135 cm block fits the cross-section. Max. cargo volume 75.5 m³. Sill heights taken from the Large Cargo Door drawing. Intermediate curve points are estimated. Values marked or described as estimated are approximations. All figures are for planning and information only — always confirm with the operating airline before booking or loading.