Cabin & Hold Ergonomics Analyzer
Aircraft Overhead Bin & Baggage Hold Calculator
Verify whether your carry-on luggage fits wheels-first, vertically, or requires gate checking. Compare overhead bin architectures across mainline jets and calculate lower hold container capacity.
Key Facts
- Simulates carry-on baggage fit across 12 commercial aircraft overhead bin architectures (Airspace XL, Boeing Space Bins, CRJ, A220).
- Analyzes wheels-first, on-edge, and flat stowage compatibility against strict airline sizer boxes.
- Calculates lower cargo hold volume (cu m / cu ft) and LD3 container loading capacities for widebody and narrowbody fleets.
#01 Carry-On Bin Fit Simulation
Input your bag outer dimensions including wheels and handles
Presets:
55.9 cm
35.6 cm
22.9 cm
Wheels-First Ready
Narrowbody Mainline
Airbus A320neo / A321neo (Airspace XL Bins)
Gate Check Probability
Very Low
Length Clearance
+3.5 in margin Max 25.5 in
Height / Edge Clearance
+2.5 in margin Max 16.5 in
Depth / Lip Clearance
+1.0 in margin Max 10.0 in
Rollers rest on their sides with wheels facing inward. Eliminates diagonal stowing.
#02 Overhead Bin Architecture Matrix
Dimensional limits and recommended bag orientation across commercial aircraft families.
| Aircraft Model | Bin Architecture | Max Dimensions (in) | Optimal Orientation | Gate Check Risk | Bin Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbus A320neo / A321neo (Airspace XL Bins) | Narrowbody | 24 x 16 x 10 in | Wheels-First on Edge (Vertical) | Very Low | 8 standard rolling bags per bin section (+40% vs legacy) |
| Boeing 737 MAX / 737-800 (Space Bins) | Narrowbody | 24 x 15.5 x 10 in | Wheels-First on Edge (Vertical) | Low | 6 standard rolling bags per 4-seat bin segment |
| Boeing 737 Next-Gen (Standard Pivot Bins) | Narrowbody | 22.5 x 14.5 x 9.5 in | Wheels-First or Flat | Medium | 4 standard rolling bags placed flat side-by-side |
| Airbus A220-100 / A220-300 | Narrowbody | 24 x 16 x 10.5 in | Wheels-First on Edge | Very Low | Generous pivot bin fits large rollers with space to spare |
| Embraer E190-E2 / E195-E2 | Regional Jet | 22 x 14.5 x 9.5 in | Wheels-First (Aisle side down) | Low | Fits 1 standard IATA rolling bag per seat row |
| Bombardier / MHI CRJ-700 / CRJ-900 | Regional Jet | 20 x 13 x 8.5 in | Flat Side-on Only | Extreme (Mandatory Valet/Gate Check for 22x14x9) | Only soft duffels or ultra-compact cabin bags |
| Embraer ERJ-145 / ERJ-140 | Regional Jet | 18 x 12 x 7.5 in | Small Bags Only (Right side only; no bins on left) | Extreme (Mandatory Plane-side Valet Check) | Backpacks and small briefcases only |
| Airbus A350-900 / A350-1000 | Widebody | 25 x 17 x 11.5 in | Wheels-First on Edge or Flat | Negligible | 5 to 6 full-sized international rollers per bin pair |
| Boeing 787-8 / 787-9 / 787-10 Dreamliner | Widebody | 25 x 16.5 x 11 in | Wheels-First on Edge | Negligible | 5 rolling bags per bin module with curved pivot descent |
| Boeing 777-300ER / 777-200LR | Widebody | 24.5 x 16 x 11 in | Wheels-First or Flat | Negligible | Large signature ceiling bins in center and outboard |
| Airbus A380-800 (Main Deck) | Widebody | 25 x 16.5 x 11 in | Wheels-First on Edge | Negligible | Massive outboard and center bins |
| ATR 72-600 / Dash 8 Q400 Turboprop | Turboprop | 20 x 12.5 x 8 in | Flat or Soft Bag Only | Extreme (Mandatory Ramp Baggage Delivery) | Compact longitudinal storage for coats and laptop bags |
#03 Lower Cargo Hold & Container Specifications
Belly cargo hold cubic capacities, LD3 unit load device (ULD) limits, and passenger baggage payloads.
| Aircraft Type | Container System | Max ULDs / Cans | Total Volume | Max Cargo Payload | Estimated Bag Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbus A321neo | Bulk or AKH (LD3-45W) | 10 AKH LD3-45W containers | 51.7 m³ (1,826 ft³) | 9,500 kg | 220 standard checked bags (32 kg max) |
| Airbus A320neo | Bulk or AKH (LD3-45W) | 7 AKH LD3-45W containers | 37.4 m³ (1,321 ft³) | 6,800 kg | 170 standard checked bags |
| Boeing 737-800 / MAX 8 | Bulk Loaded (No Containers) | 0 (Loose Bulk Pit Only) | 43.7 m³ (1,543 ft³) | 5,200 kg | 190 bulk loaded bags |
| Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner | LD3 (AKE) or Pallets (PMC) | 36 LD3 containers or 11 PMC pallets | 172 m³ (6,074 ft³) | 22,800 kg | 400+ checked bags plus 14 tonnes cargo |
| Airbus A350-900 | LD3 (AKE) or Pallets (PAG/PMC) | 36 LD3 containers or 11 PMC pallets | 175 m³ (6,180 ft³) | 24,500 kg | 450+ checked bags plus 16 tonnes cargo |
| Boeing 777-300ER | LD3 (AKE) or Pallets (PMC/PAG) | 44 LD3 containers or 14 PMC pallets | 201.6 m³ (7,120 ft³) | 28,000 kg | 500+ checked bags plus 18 tonnes cargo |