How much does an AMA container weigh and carry?

Tare weight is about 340 kg. The maximum gross weight is about 6,804 kg (15,000 lb), which leaves roughly 6,460 kg of payload.

What do AMA and M1 mean?

AMA is the IATA three-letter ULD code: A for a certified container, M for the 96 × 125 in base size and A for the rectangular contour. M1 is the older ATA name. The same container also appears under the codes AQ6, AQA, AMK and AQD.

Which aircraft can carry an AMA?

The AMA is a main-deck container for the Boeing 747F and 747 Combi. It is too tall for lower holds. Always confirm the container type with the operating airline.

What is the difference between an AMA and an AMP?

Both use the same 3,175 × 2,438 mm base. The AMP is about 1,612 mm tall and fits lower holds on several wide-body aircraft, while the AMA is about 2,438 mm tall and is limited to the main deck.

What is the AMA internal volume?

The AMA holds about 17.6 m³ (623 ft³) by the AS1825 method. Some sources list 17.2 m³ (609 ft³) for variants with different construction.

How does an AMA compare with a PMC pallet?

The PMC is an open 3,175 × 2,438 mm pallet that is built up and netted to a contour, while the AMA is an enclosed container on the same base. The PMC can carry taller or irregular cargo, whereas the AMA gives weather and handling protection.

AMA (M1) ULD Dimensions

The tall main-deck container for freighter aircraft

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Base footprint

3.17m × 2.44m

Overall width

2.44m

Overall height

2.44m

Internal volume

17.6 m³

Max gross weight

6,804 kg

Tare weight

340 kg

Max payload

6,464 kg

Floor load limit

1,465 kg/m²

Deck

Main deck

IATA code

AMA (M1)

Values follow IATA ULD technical specifications. Some sources quote a slightly smaller volume of about 17.2 m³.

AMA in practice: aircraft, contour and loading

Compatible aircraft

The AMA (M1) is a main-deck container used on the Boeing 747F and 747 Combi, where the deck height allows its full profile.

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Typical use

The AMA carries bulky, light consignments on the main deck of freighters. It is about 2,438 mm tall, so it holds far more volume than the lower-deck containers, but cannot fit the lower hold.

Contour

The AMA is a rectangular box on a 3,175 × 2,438 mm base, with a height of about 2,438 mm (96 in). The code is shared with other designations such as AQ6, AQA, AMK and AQD.

Loading limits

Maximum gross weight is about 6,804 kg including the container. With a tare of about 340 kg, payload is roughly 6,460 kg. The load is usually volume-limited before it is weight-limited.

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AMA (M1) — Frequently Asked Questions

The AMA has a base of 3,175 × 2,438 mm (125 × 96 in) and an overall height of 2,438 mm (96 in). Internal volume is about 17.6 m³ (623 ft³).

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