For baggage and cargo containers, the following weight estimates may be used
Type of Cargo
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British Unit
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SI Units
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Dimensions |
Unit Weight
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Dimensions |
Unit Weight |
Freight Pallates (including nets) |
88 X 108 in |
225 lbs |
2.24 X 2.74 M |
1000 N |
|
88 X 125 in |
262 lbs |
2.24 X 3.18 M |
1165 N
|
|
96 X 125 in |
285 lbs |
2.44 X 3.18 M |
1268 N
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Containers |
1.6 lbs/ft^3 |
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251.3 N/m^3 |
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(For container dimensions, see Roskam, J.; Airplane Design Part III ; 1989.)