Container Dimensions and Specifications

Why Choose the Right Container?

Selecting the appropriate container is crucial for ensuring the safe and efficient transport of your goods. Whether you need standard containers for general cargo, high cube containers for oversized items, or refrigerated containers for perishable goods, understanding container specifications helps you make informed decisions that optimize your logistics operations.

For more information on container types and to determine the best option for your specific needs, please contact our logistics experts by phone, email or online form.

a. 20-Foot Standard Container

  • Internal Dimensions: 19’4″ L x 7’8″ W x 7’10” H (5.9m x 2.3m x 2.4m)
  • External Dimensions: 20′ L x 8′ W x 8’6″ H (6.1m x 2.4m x 2.6m)
  • Door Opening: 7’8″ W x 7’6″ H (2.3m x 2.3m)
  • Tare Weight: Approx. 4,850 lbs (2,200 kg)
  • Max Gross Weight: 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg)
  • Max Payload: 62,350 lbs (28,280 kg)
  • Volume: 1,169 cubic feet (33.1 cubic meters)
  • Usage: Ideal for general cargo, including boxes, crates, and pallets.

b. 40-Foot Standard Container

  • Internal Dimensions: 39’6″ L x 7’8″ W x 7’10” H (12.0m x 2.3m x 2.4m)
  • External Dimensions: 40′ L x 8′ W x 8’6″ H (12.2m x 2.4m x 2.6m)
  • Door Opening: 7’8″ W x 7’6″ H (2.3m x 2.3m)
  • Tare Weight: Approx. 8,380 lbs (3,800 kg)
  • Max Gross Weight: 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg)
  • Max Payload: 58,820 lbs (26,680 kg)
  • Volume: 2,385 cubic feet (67.5 cubic meters)
  • Usage: Suitable for bulkier cargo or larger quantities of goods.
  • Durable Construction: Built from high-quality steel, standard containers are designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions and protect the cargo from damage.
  • Weatherproof: These containers are fully enclosed and weatherproof, keeping cargo safe from rain, wind, and other environmental factors during transit.
  • Locking Mechanisms: Equipped with secure locking systems to prevent unauthorized access, ensuring the safety and security of the goods inside.
  • Stackable Design: Standard containers are designed to be easily stacked, optimizing space on ships, trains, and trucks, and facilitating efficient loading and unloading.
  • Consumer Goods: Widely used for shipping packaged consumer goods, including electronics, clothing, and household items.
  • Industrial Equipment: Suitable for transporting various types of industrial machinery and equipment that do not require special handling or environmental controls.
  • Raw Materials: Ideal for moving raw materials like plastics, textiles, and metals that need secure, dry storage during transport.
  • Bulk Cargo: Often used to transport bulk cargo such as grains, seeds, and other agricultural products that require dry and secure shipping.

a. 40-Foot High Cube Container

  • Internal Dimensions: 39’6″ L x 7’8″ W x 8’10” H (12.0m x 2.3m x 2.7m)
  • External Dimensions: 40′ L x 8′ W x 9’6″ H (12.2m x 2.4m x 2.9m)
  • Door Opening: 7’8″ W x 8’6″ H (2.3m x 2.6m)
  • Tare Weight: Approx. 8,775 lbs (3,980 kg)
  • Max Gross Weight: 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg)
  • Max Payload: 58,425 lbs (26,500 kg)
  • Volume: 2,694 cubic feet (76.4 cubic meters)
  • Usage: Designed for oversized cargo and items that require additional height.

b. 45-Foot High Cube Container

  • Internal Dimensions: 44’4″ L x 7’8″ W x 8’10” H (13.5m x 2.3m x 2.7m)
  • External Dimensions: 45′ L x 8′ W x 9’6″ H (13.7m x 2.4m x 2.9m)
  • Door Opening: 7’8″ W x 8’6″ H (2.3m x 2.6m)
  • Tare Weight: Approx. 10,582 lbs (4,800 kg)
  • Max Gross Weight: 71,650 lbs (32,500 kg)
  • Max Payload: 61,068 lbs (27,700 kg)
  • Volume: 3,040 cubic feet (86.1 cubic meters)
  • Usage: Perfect for longer and taller items, providing maximum cubic capacity.

  • Increased Height: The extra foot of height provides additional capacity, making it easier to transport taller or bulkier items that wouldn’t fit in a standard container.
  • Versatile Applications: High cube containers are versatile and can be used across various industries, including manufacturing, retail, and construction.
  • Durable Construction: Made from high-quality steel, these containers offer enhanced protection against weather, theft, and damage during transit.
  • Efficient Space Utilization: The extra vertical space allows for more efficient loading, making it possible to stack goods or load taller items without compromising safety.
  • Industrial Equipment: Suitable for transporting large industrial machinery that requires additional height clearance.
  • Retail and E-Commerce: Ideal for businesses that need to ship large quantities of goods that require more vertical space.
  • Construction Materials: Perfect for shipping building materials, scaffolding, and other oversized items commonly used in construction projects.
  • Furniture and Household Goods: Often used for moving large furniture, appliances, and other bulky household items.

a. 20-Foot Reefer Container

  • Internal Dimensions: 17’11” L x 7’6″ W x 7’6″ H (5.5m x 2.3m x 2.3m)
  • External Dimensions: 20′ L x 8′ W x 8’6″ H (6.1m x 2.4m x 2.6m)
  • Temperature Range: -30°C to +30°C (-22°F to +86°F)
  • Tare Weight: Approx. 6,614 lbs (3,000 kg)
  • Max Gross Weight: 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg)
  • Max Payload: 60,586 lbs (27,480 kg)
  • Volume: 1,060 cubic feet (30 cubic meters)
  • Usage: Suitable for transporting temperature-sensitive goods like perishables and pharmaceuticals.

b. 40-Foot High Cube Reefer Container

  • Internal Dimensions: 37’11” L x 7’6″ W x 8’2″ H (11.6m x 2.3m x 2.5m)
  • External Dimensions: 40′ L x 8′ W x 9’6″ H (12.2m x 2.4m x 2.9m)
  • Temperature Range: -30°C to +30°C (-22°F to +86°F)
  • Tare Weight: Approx. 10,362 lbs (4,700 kg)
  • Max Gross Weight: 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg)
  • Max Payload: 56,838 lbs (25,780 kg)
  • Volume: 2,200 cubic feet (62.3 cubic meters)
  • Usage: Ideal for larger volumes of perishable goods requiring temperature control.
  • Temperature Control: Reefer containers are equipped with an integrated refrigeration unit that can maintain precise temperature control throughout the journey, ensuring the cargo remains fresh and stable.
  • Insulated Walls: The walls of reefer containers are highly insulated to prevent temperature fluctuations and ensure energy efficiency.
  • Advanced Monitoring: Many refrigerated containers come with monitoring systems that track temperature, humidity, and other environmental conditions, providing real-time data to ensure cargo safety.
  • Flexible Temperature Settings: Capable of maintaining a wide range of temperatures, these containers can be used for both frozen and chilled goods.
  • Food and Beverage Industry: Ideal for transporting perishable goods like fruits, vegetables, seafood, meat, and dairy products that require constant temperature control.
  • Pharmaceuticals: Used for shipping temperature-sensitive medicines, vaccines, and other healthcare products that must remain within a specific temperature range.
  • Chemical Products: Suitable for chemicals and other materials that require a controlled environment to maintain stability and prevent spoilage or hazardous reactions.

a. 20-Foot Open-Top Container

  • Internal Dimensions: 19’4″ L x 7’8″ W x 7’8″ H (5.9m x 2.3m x 2.3m)
  • External Dimensions: 20′ L x 8′ W x 8’6″ H (6.1m x 2.4m x 2.6m)
  • Tare Weight: Approx. 5,071 lbs (2,300 kg)
  • Max Gross Weight: 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg)
  • Max Payload: 62,130 lbs (28,180 kg)
  • Volume: 1,166 cubic feet (33 cubic meters)
  • Usage: Suitable for cargo that needs to be loaded from the top, such as machinery and construction materials.

b. 40-Foot Open-Top Container

  • Internal Dimensions: 39’6″ L x 7’8″ W x 7’8″ H (12.0m x 2.3m x 2.3m)
  • External Dimensions: 40′ L x 8′ W x 8’6″ H (12.2m x 2.4m x 2.6m)
  • Tare Weight: Approx. 8,818 lbs (4,000 kg)
  • Max Gross Weight: 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg)
  • Max Payload: 58,382 lbs (26,480 kg)
  • Volume: 2,377 cubic feet (67.3 cubic meters)
  • Usage: Ideal for transporting oversized cargo that is difficult to load through standard container doors.
  • Removable Roof: The tarpaulin roof can be easily removed or rolled back, allowing for the loading of cargo from above using cranes or other lifting equipment.
  • End Doors: Provides additional access for loading and unloading, making it versatile for different types of cargo.
  • Reinforced Walls: The walls are reinforced to handle heavy loads and protect the cargo during transport.
  • Lashing Rings: Equipped with lashing rings along the side rails and corner posts to secure cargo, ensuring it remains stable during transit.
  • Heavy Machinery: Perfect for transporting large, heavy machines that require top-loading due to their size or weight.
  • Bulk Materials: Suitable for bulk goods like minerals, gravel, and scrap metal that can be loaded directly from above.
  • Construction Materials: Ideal for oversized construction materials such as steel bars, pipes, and scaffolding that exceed the height limits of standard containers.

Flat Rack Containers are specialized containers designed for transporting oversized, heavy, or awkwardly shaped cargo that doesn’t fit within the dimensions of standard containers. They have collapsible sides or end walls and are particularly useful for items that require loading from the top or sides.

1. 20-Foot Flat Rack Container

  • Internal Dimensions: 19’8″ L x 7’3″ W (6.0m x 2.2m)
  • External Dimensions: 20′ L x 8′ W x 8’6″ H (6.1m x 2.4m x 2.6m)
  • Tare Weight: Approx. 6,060 lbs (2,750 kg)
  • Max Gross Weight: 74,960 lbs (34,000 kg)
  • Max Payload: 68,900 lbs (31,250 kg)
  • Usage: Suitable for heavy machinery, vehicles, construction materials, and other oversized or irregularly shaped items.

2. 40-Foot Flat Rack Container

  • Internal Dimensions: 39’8″ L x 7’3″ W (12.1m x 2.2m)
  • External Dimensions: 40′ L x 8′ W x 8’6″ H (12.2m x 2.4m x 2.6m)
  • Tare Weight: Approx. 12,787 lbs (5,800 kg)
  • Max Gross Weight: 99,207 lbs (45,000 kg)
  • Max Payload: 86,420 lbs (39,200 kg)
  • Usage: Ideal for transporting extra-long and bulky cargo such as large pipes, industrial machinery, or heavy construction equipment.
  • Collapsible Ends: Some flat racks have collapsible ends that can be folded to create a flatbed, allowing for easier loading and unloading from all sides.
  • Reinforced Base: Designed to support heavy loads, the base is reinforced to handle the stress of transporting heavy or oversized cargo.
  • Lashing Rings: Equipped with multiple lashing rings to secure cargo during transport, ensuring it remains stable and safe.
  • Construction Equipment: Perfect for transporting bulldozers, cranes, and other large machinery.
  • Industrial Materials: Suitable for shipping oversized industrial materials like steel beams, heavy pipes, and large generators.
  • Vehicles: Ideal for shipping cars, trucks, or other vehicles that are too large for standard containers.