Measure the packed cargo
Include pallets, packaging and projections
Container specifications
40 ft Standard
A longer dry-container reference for planning general cargo
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Schematic illustration / not to scale
40 ft Standard example
67.7 m³Published capacity
2.395 mInternal height
28,750 kgExample maximum payload
Technical specifications
Hapag-Lloyd fleet example
Internal dimensions
- Length
- 12.032 m
- Width
- 2.352 m
- Height
- 2.395 m
Weight ratings
- Maximum gross weight
- 32,500 kg
- Tare weight
- 3,750 kg
- Maximum payload
- 28,750 kg
Door opening
- Width
- 2.340 m
- Height
- 2.292 m
Capacity
- Published internal volume
- 67.7 m³
Imperial values are approximate conversions of the published metric figures
Before you book
Plan around your cargo
Compare both usable length and door clearance with your packed cargo. Confirm the loading arrangement, weight distribution and securing plan before selecting equipment
Check loading access
Allow for the opening, handling and securing method
Confirm the total weight
Include packaging and the cargo-securing materials
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