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How much fits in a container?

Containers come in different types and sizes.  Below are interior dimensions and volume of the most common containers.

Container
Size
Interior
Length
Interior
Width
Interior
Height
Total Interior
Volume
Door Opening
Height
Door Opening
Width
20′ 5.89m
19′-4″
2.35m
7′-8″
2.38m
7′-9″
*32.94 cbm
*1163 cubic ft
2.28m
7′-5″
2.34m
7′-8″
40′ 12.03m
39′-5″
2.35m
7′-8″
2.38m
7′-9″
*67.28 cbm
*2375.9 cubic ft
2.28m
7′-5″
2.34m
7′-8″
40′ HC
(High-Cube)
12.03m
39′-5″
2.35m
7′-8″
2.69m
8′-9″
*76.04 cbm
*2685 cubic ft
2.58m
8′-5″
2.34m
7′-8″
45′ HC
(High-Cube)
13.55m
44′-5″
2.35m
7′-8″
2.69m
8′-9″
*85.65 cbm
*3024 cubic ft
2.58m
8′-5″
2.34m
7′-8″

 

 * The above illustrates interior dimensions and volume, but very rarely are containers loaded to their maximum capacity.  Considering cartons come in different shapes and sizes, its very uncommon for them to pack precisely from edge to edge.
 Loading pallets into a container reduces the number of cartons you can fit in a container.  However, loading and unloading time will be greatly reduced.  Warehouses will charge more for containers that are not on pallets (aka floor loaded).
 We recommend discussing container sizes with your manufacturers, as they are typically the party that loads the cargo into containers and will help estimate the appropriate container size.
Related: Sharing vs. Shipping a Full Container
Category: Shipping 101June 18, 2019

Author: Jason Ting

https://www.cargocentric.com

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