Lastutrymmet

Lastutrymmet is a Swedish term that denotes the cargo space or storage area used for transporting goods and luggage. The word combines last, cargo, with utrymme, space. In everyday usage it commonly refers to the cargo area of a vehicle, such as the trunk of a car, but it is also used for holds in ships, cargo compartments in aircraft, and storage areas within warehouses or freight facilities.

In vehicles, the lastutrymme is where luggage and goods are placed. Its capacity is typically expressed in litres or cubic meters, and securing the load is an important safety consideration to maintain vehicle balance and prevent movement during transit. In cars, the term can be used interchangeably with boot or trunk, though it may also describe space behind the rear seats in wagons and SUVs.

In maritime and rail contexts, lastutrymmet describes the primary cargo hold or storage zone, designed for stability, proper weight distribution, and efficient loading and unloading. In aviation, cargo compartments may be pressurized and climate-controlled and are subject to regulations regarding weight, balance, and the handling of hazardous materials.

In logistics and warehousing, lastutrymmet can refer to designated storage areas used to consolidate, sort, or transfer goods between different modes of transportation.

See also: luggage compartment, trunk, cargo hold, freight.