ATR72-600F

The ATR72-600F is the new generation regional cargo aircraft developed by ATR, derived from the renowned ATR 72 family. Officially launched in 2017 with a firm order from FedEx Express, this model is the first ATR designed from the outset as a cargo aircraft rather than converted from a passenger version.
Its maiden flight took place in 2020, followed by certification a few months later, paving the way for a new global benchmark for short- and medium-haul freight transport.

The ATR72-600F has been designed to meet the needs of express cargo operators, freight forwarders and industrial shippers. With its latest-generation turboprop engine, it offers reduced fuel consumption and highly competitive operating costs, while maintaining excellent cruising speed for regional routes.

This aircraft is particularly well suited to point-to-point distribution networks, connections between regional hubs, and night-time operations typical of express integrators. Its ability to use short runways or secondary airports makes it a valuable ally in bringing freight closer to production and consumption centres.

The real advantage of the ATR72-600F lies in its exceptional cargo volume for an aircraft in this category. The cargo cabin offers up to 75 m³ of usable volume, with a configuration optimised for bulk loading or the use of standard containers and pallets.

In terms of capacity, the aircraft can carry up to 7.5 tonnes of structural payload, or approximately 7.9 tonnes at maximum volumetric load, depending on the configuration and desired range.

This combination of volume and capacity allows for the transport of both large but light items (textiles, e-commerce goods, assembled car parts) and denser cargo (industrial parts, aeronautical components, palletised pharmaceutical products).

For professionals who wish to compare technical specifications before chartering an aircraft, the ATR72-600F offers impressive performance for regional cargo:

• Engine: 2 Pratt & Whitney PW127XT turboprop engines

• Max Payload : ≈ 7 500 kg

• Cargo hold volume: ≈ 75 m³

• Typical range: up to 1,900 km with optimised load

• Length: 27.17 m – Wingspan: 27.05 m

• ULD capacity: up to 7 LD3 containers, 5 pallets measuring 88‘ x 108’ or 9 pallets measuring 88‘ x 62’, plus loose freight in the rear

• Side cargo door: large cargo door allowing the loading of standard pallets and containers

• Reinforced floor: designed to withstand heavy spot loads, ideal for industrial freight

These technical specifications confirm that the ATR72-600F is a genuine production tool for cargo companies, express carriers and brokers specialising in air charter.

For cargo charter, the ATR72-600F offers the perfect balance between cost, capacity and flexibility. Its modular cargo hold allows for the loading of both standard pallets and bulk parcels, which is invaluable for urgent charter missions or regular multi-client flows.

Its excellent performance on short runways gives it access to regional airports that are often inaccessible to large aircraft. The result: less road transport, reduced delays and better service quality for the end customer. For freight forwarders and shippers, this means tailor-made solutions closer to the production site or end customer.

From an economic standpoint, turboprop aircraft consume significantly less fuel than jets of comparable size, while offering a capacity of nearly 8 tonnes: chartering an ATR72-600F therefore allows you to control costs while meeting very tight deadlines. It is the perfect aircraft for just-in-time supply chains, critical maintenance operations (AOG), high-volume e-commerce deliveries and regular programmes between European hubs.

Choosing to charter an ATR72-600F means benefiting from a modern, high-performance cargo aircraft designed for daily operation. With its optimised volume, high load capacity and advanced technical specifications, it stands out as one of the best solutions on the regional charter market.

Whether for an extremely urgent one-off flight, a seasonal campaign or the establishment of a regular shuttle service between two industrial sites, the ATR72-600F guarantees you a reliable, economical air charter solution tailored to your operational constraints. By incorporating this aircraft into your transport strategy, you can optimise your delivery times, secure your cargo flows and strengthen the competitiveness of your supply chain.