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This is a thing of the past (partially). All hours count towards the ATPL which are required to be flown with two pilots, either because of the manufacturer (part 25). Or because of the autority, which in case of EASA does not permit single-pilot commercial operation of multi-turbine aircraft (with some exceptions). So flying an Eclipse or a Metroliner under an AOC will also count towards unfreezing your ATPL.
And that 20t (or any other arbitrary company limit) limit still applies with some carriers. But right now, most are happy enough if you have flown anything heavier than a parasail long enough to get your license signed.
Dutch authorities will not accept the Metroliner hours to "unfreeze" your ATPL since it is certified under FAR23 regulation. Certified as single-pilot aircraft and there for it does not qualify, even if you operate it under AOC and Multipilot OPS.
Same for the German and Spanish authorities...I have to admit, last time I check was a year ago, did something change in the meantime?