Drug delivery system comprising a cartridge with an axially displaceable piston, and a front-loaded cartridge holder adapted to axially receive and hold a cartridge in a loaded position. The cartridge comprises first coupling means arranged at the distal portion, and the cartridge holder comprises second coupling means arranged at the distal portion, wherein the first and second coupling means are configured to engage each other to thereby axially secure a cartridge mounted in the cartridge holder.
