Star Wars: 10 Secrets Of The Millennium Falcon You Need To Know

9. It Can Hold 100 Metric Tons Of Cargo

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Though it may not seem like the Falcon has much space for storage, schematics indicate it's capable of holding a whopping 100 metric tons of cargo when modified beyond its initial light freighter configuration (which is capable of "only" 25 metric tons).

A huge advantage the vessel has for hauling freight is its front mandibles, which can be used to attach more cargo outside of the ship.

Now to give some context, here are a few things that happen to weigh 100 tons: a small blue whale, various Boeing aircraft, a steam locomotive, and a house.

Though it may not be the biggest or most robust-looking ship, the Falcon is a low-key shipping beast all the same.

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