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Carry-on suitcase
A kind of suitcase · also called cabin suitcase, carry-on bag, carry-on luggage, cabin baggage, rollaboard
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About
A carry-on suitcase is a compact piece of travel luggage designed to fit inside an airplane overhead bin.
Airlines set these dimensions so bags can slide wheels-first into overhead compartments. Checked suitcases are noticeably larger, often reaching 28 to 30 inches (0.71 to 0.76 m) tall to hold more gear. Personal items like everyday backpacks are smaller, usually staying under 18 inches (0.46 m) tall to fit under airplane seats. Outer wheels and handles are included in official size limits, which can quickly push an overpacked bag beyond the allowed limits.
From Wikipedia
The term hand luggage or cabin baggage refers to the type of luggage that passengers are allowed to carry along in the passenger compartment of a vehicle instead of a separate cargo compartment. Passengers are allowed to carry a limited number of smaller bags with them in the vehicle, which typically contain valuables and items needed during the journey.
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Questions people ask
- How big is a carry-on suitcase?
- A standard carry-on suitcase stands about 22 inches (0.56 m) tall, measures 14 inches (0.36 m) wide, and weighs roughly 7.7 pounds (3.5 kg) empty. It stands about knee-high next to an average adult.
Weight
7.72 lb (3.5 kg)
- Length
- 14.2 in (36 cm)
- Height
- 22 in (56 cm)
Quick answer
A standard carry-on suitcase stands about 22 inches (0.56 m) tall, measures 14 inches (0.36 m) wide, and weighs roughly 7.7 pounds (3.5 kg) empty. It stands about knee-high next to an average adult.
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