Read this Death Stranding guide to learn more about cargo that Sam carries. Including how to balance cargo, carried cargo features, lost cargo, & more.
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What Is Cargo In Death Stranding?
Containers That Sam Needs To Deliver

In Death Stranding, Sam needs to deliver precious cargo from Point A to Point B. The purpose of the delivery ties together with the main story orders or side orders.
Main & Side Orders
Needs To Be Transported Safely

Sam will be traversing different kinds of landscapes as he makes his deliveries. It is very important to keep his cargo intact, safe, and away from getting damaged for the delivery to be a success.
Check Out Walking & Traveling Safely Guide Here!Basics Of Transporting Cargo
Choose Cargo Type & Weight Carefully

Before you set off on a delivery, you need to choose the type and weight of the cargo you'll be carrying. This can be done from any Delivery Terminal in Knot Cities or Distribution Centers.
Check Out Delivery Terminal Features!Be Careful To Balance The Cargo Weight

When choosing your cargo, be careful to balance the weight of the containers around Sam's body. If his balance is off, this can greatly affect your movement as you traverse across the country.
Use Tools To Help With The Load

Sam will eventually be able to use various tools such as levitating wagons, etc. to help him carry more cargo. Take note that this may affect your mobility - more details will be confirmed.
Vehicles Can Be Used To Carry Cargo
You can also use vehicles that you find in your travels to help you carry cargo. These can be motorcycles, ATVs, and even hoverboards.
Check Out Vehicles List Here!Leave Space To Pick Up Cargo

It's also important to leave some space for you to pick up extra cargo along the way. These pieces of cargo can be left behind by other players or can be part of other orders in the game.
Set Down Cargo Before Combat

When you see a settlement in the distance, make sure to drop your cargo first before exploring the area. There can be hostiles that will definitely damage your cargo during the fight.
Check Out Combat System Guide Here!Repair With Cargo Repair Spray

If your cargo is damaged by being dropped or getting hit in combat, you can use a Cargo Repair Spray to restore its integrity. Try to keep a couple onhand to repair damaged cargo as you move forward.
Deliver Lost Cargo To Get Likes

By delivering lost cargo to their designated destinations, you'll be awarded with likes, which will then progress your Porter Grade. Deliver as many of them as you can.
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What Happens to Lost Cargos?
Cargo Can Be Lost

There is a chance that your Cargo will turn into lost cargo if you leave them out in the open! Lost Cargo will disappear from your world and appear in another player's world!
Cargo Becomes Lost If You Stray Too Far

If you stray too far from Cargo that you offloaded in the open, they will turn in to Lost Cargo and disappear from your world.
How to Retrieve Lost Cargo
You cannot retrieve Lost Cargo when it disappears from your world.
Other Players Can Deliver Lost Cargo For You

Despite not being able to retrieve Lost Cargo, other players may happen upon your packages while they're exploring their own world. They will then have the option to complete the delivery for you!
Check Out What You Can Do Online Here!Check Share Lockers Near Destination
Be sure to check Share Lockers near the Lost Cargo's intended destination. Other Porters may have brought your Lost Cargo to these lockers to make the job easier for you!
Avoid Losing Cargo By Placing Them in Lockers

If you do not want to lose your cargo, make sure to place them in lockers. When Cargo is placed in a locker, you will be able to travel far away from them for extended periods of time, and still retrieve them when your return.
Check Out Lockers Here!