Picture credit: Pierre-Etienne Langenfeld for ATR
The ATR 72-600F has a 9.2 tonne payload and will join FedEx’s fleet to replace legacy ATRs, operating in its feeder network to provide connections to smaller markets.
The regional freighter has the latest technology from the -600 series while being specifically designed for cargo operations.
A bulk configuration optimises available volume of up to 75m3 with nine vertical nets, attachment points on the floor and lateral tracks.
A large cargo door, cargo loading system and wide cross section means the ATR 72-600F can accommodate industry-standard ULDs and interline with larger freighters.
Alexis Vidal, Senior Vice President Commercial of ATR, says, “Our freighter variant is an essential component of the ATR family, offering significant advantages over traditional passenger-to-freighter conversions, including enhanced reliability and availability, and longer-term planning.”
The order adds to a previous commitment for 30 aircraft and were part of the 2024 undisclosed orders ATR released last month.