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Cargo doors for dedicated freighters - aft or fwd of the wing

What are some of the advantages/disadvantages of having a main deck cargo door aft or forward of the wing on freighters? I'm sure loading sequences is critical as weight and balance is constantly shifting during the process. Which configuration is faster to load? Also on a structural point of view, which needs more reinforcing? And which one is better in general?

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