Aircraft Type
Airbus A310-300F “Cargo Master”
The Airbus A310-300F is a freighter variant of the A310 family, designed to meet the growing demand for efficient cargo transportation across medium to long-haul routes. It represents Airbus' early efforts in developing dedicated cargo aircraft solutions for commercial airlines and freight operators.
IATA31YICAOA310ManufacturerAirbusScore5.90/10StatusIn Production
A versatile mid-range cargo aircraft that bridged the gap between smaller freighters and larger wide-body cargo planes during the late 20th century cargo transportation revolution
The A310-300F was often used by national postal services and integrated logistics companies for reliable and efficient mail and package delivery across continents
Cabin Environment
How the Airbus A310-300F affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
46.66 m
Length
43.9 m
Wingspan
15.8 m
Height
Performance
7,500 km
Range
860 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× General Electric CF6-80C2
Engines
Airbus Family
Related aircraft variants
How It Compares
vs. Boeing 767-300F
✓Similar freighter configuration with potentially lower operating costs
✗Generally more established and widely used in cargo operations
vs. McDonnell Douglas DC-10-30F
✓More modern design with potentially better fuel efficiency
✗Larger payload capacity for older DC-10 models
vs. Lockheed L-1011 TriStar Freighter
✓More recent design with potentially better maintenance support
✗DC-10 offers more proven long-haul cargo capabilities