# item.guide
Side-by-Side Comparison Air Cargo & Unit Load Devices

LD2 Container (DPE) vs. PMC Cargo Pallet

Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.

Comparing:
LD2 Container (DPE)
PMC Cargo Pallet

The LD2 container (IATA code DPE) is a specialized half-width lower-deck container engineered specifically for the narrower fuselage cross-section of the Boeing 767.

View full LD2 Container (DPE) spec sheet →

The PMC Pallet (IATA code P6P/PMC) is the international standard 96"× 125" (244× 318 cm) flat aluminum air cargo pallet used for bulk freight and baggage netting on both lower and main decks.

View full PMC Cargo Pallet spec sheet →

Specification Comparison Table

9 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
IATA ULD Identification
DPE (Boeing 767 contoured container) PMC / P6P / PQP
Max Gross Weight Rating (MGW)
1,225 kg (2,700 lbs) 6,804 kg (15,000 lbs)
Tare Weight (Empty)
60–75 kg (132–165 lbs) 110–130 kg (242–286 lbs)
Standard Base Dimensions
119 cm × 153 cm (47.0" × 60.4")
Overall Dimensions (L × W × H)
156 cm × 153 cm × 163 cm (61.5" × 60.4" × 64.0")
Internal Usable Volume
3.5 m³ (124 cu ft)
Dimensions (L × W)
318 cm × 244 cm (125.0" × 96.0")
Standard Lower Deck Height
163 cm (64 in)
Standard Main Deck Height
244 cm to 300 cm (96 to 118 in)