Shipping containers come in a variety of standardized sizes and types, each designed to efficiently and securely transport different volumes and kinds of cargo. Understanding these dimensions and capacities is crucial for businesses involved in logistics, storage, or any application utilizing these versatile steel boxes. This resource provides a comprehensive overview of common shipping container sizes and their typical internal and external dimensions, as well as their cubic capacity, to help you determine the optimal container for your specific needs.
| Size | Type | |
|---|---|---|
| 10' | NEW | View Details |
| 20' | NEW | View Details |
| 20' | HARD TOP - OPEN TOP | View Details |
| 20' | HC NEW | View Details |
| 20' | DOUBLE DOOR NEW | View Details |
| 20' | OPEN SIDE NEW | View Details |
| 20' | DUOCON NEW | View Details |
| 40' | NEW | View Details |
| 40' | DOUBLE DOOR NEW | View Details |
| 40' | HC NEW | View Details |
| 40' | HC DOUBLE DOOR NEW | View Details |
| 40' | HC CLIMATE CONTROL | View Details |
| 40' | HC OPEN SIDE NEW | View Details |
| 45' | HC | View Details |
| 53' | HC | View Details |
Length: 10'
Width: 8'
Height: 8'6"
Length: 9'10"
Width: 7'8"
Height: 7'9"
Capacity: 563 cu ft
Max Gross: 22400 lbs
Max Payload: 19350 lbs
Tare Weight: 2870 lbs
4 standard pallets and janitorial supplies
Length: 20'
Width: 8'
Height: 8'6"
Length: 19'4"
Width: 7'8"
Height: 7'9"
Capacity: 1176 cu ft
Max Gross: 62700 lbs
Max Payload: 62860 lbs
Tare Weight: 4340 lbs
10 standard pallets, or a compact car
Length: 20'
Width: 8'
Height: 8'6"
Length: 19'4"
Width: 7'8"
Height: 7'9"
Capacity: 1176 cu ft
Max Gross: 62700 lbs
Max Payload: 62860 lbs
Tare Weight: 4340 lbs
10 standard pallets, project cargo, or machinery requiring top loading.
Roof Opening: Width: 7' 3 3/4" Length: 17' 6 1/8"
Length: 20'
Width: 8'
Height: 9'6"
Length: 19'4"
Width: 7'8"
Height: 8'9"
Capacity: 1320 cu ft
Max Gross: 67200 lbs
Max Payload: 62570 lbs
Tare Weight: 4630 lbs
10 standard pallets, or a small car plus some household goods
Length: 20'
Width: 8'
Height: 8'6"
Length: 19'4"
Width: 7'8"
Height: 7'9"
Capacity: 1176 cu ft
Max Gross: 67200 lbs
Max Payload: 62460 lbs
Tare Weight: 4740 lbs
10 standard pallets, or two small ATVs
Length: 20'
Width: 8'
Height: 8'6"
Length: 19'4"
Width: 7'8"
Height: 7'9"
Capacity: 1096 cu ft
Max Gross: 67200 lbs
Max Payload: 60280 lbs
Tare Weight: 6920 lbs
10 standard pallets, bulky items, or machinery requiring side loading
Length: 20'
Width: 8'
Height: 8'6"
Length: 39'5"
Width: 7'8"
Height: 7'9"
Capacity: 1160 cu ft
Max Gross: 67200 lbs
Max Payload: 61290 lbs
Tare Weight: 5910 lbs
20 standard pallets, building materials, or a mobile workshop setup
Length: 40'
Width: 8'
Height: 8'6"
Length: 39'5"
Width: 7'8"
Height: 7'8"
Capacity: 2360 cu ft
Max Gross: 67200 lbs
Max Payload: 59810 lbs
Tare Weight: 7390 lbs
20 standard pallets, or two compact cars
Length: 40'
Width: 8'
Height: 8'6"
Length: 39'5"
Width: 7'8"
Height: 7'8"
Capacity: 2360 cu ft
Max Gross: 67200 lbs
Max Payload: 59370 lbs
Tare Weight: 7830 lbs
21 standard pallets, or contents of a 3-bedroom house
Length: 40'
Width: 8'
Height: 9'6"
Length: 39'5"
Width: 7'8"
Height: 8'9"
Capacity: 2698 cu ft
Max Gross: 67200 lbs
Max Payload: 59440 lbs
Tare Weight: 7760 lbs
21 standard pallets, two small cars and additional boxes
Length: 40'
Width: 8'
Height: 9'6"
Length: 39'5"
Width: 7'8"
Height: 8'9"
Capacity: 2698 cu ft
Max Gross: 67200 lbs
Max Payload: 58930 lbs
Tare Weight: 8270 lbs
21 standard pallets, or a large SUV and household items
Length: 40'
Width: 8'6"
Height: 9'6"
Length: 38'
Width: 7'6"
Height: 7'11"
Capacity: 2387 cu ft
Max Gross: 34000 lbs
Max Payload: 29580 lbs
Tare Weight: 4420 lbs
Temperature-sensitive goods, artwork, or pharmaceuticals (pallet count varies based on racking)
Length: 40'
Width: 8'
Height: 9'6"
Length: 39'5"
Width: 7'8"
Height: 8'9"
Capacity: 2530 cu ft
Max Gross: 52910 lbs
Max Payload: 40340 lbs
Tare Weight: 12570 lbs
Oversized machinery, large pipes, or construction materials requiring side access.
Length: 45'
Width: 8'
Height: 9'6"
Length: 44'5"
Width: 7'8"
Height: 8'9"
Capacity: 3043 cu ft
Max Gross: 67200 lbs
Max Payload: 56840 lbs
Tare Weight: 9810 lbs
24 standard pallets, or two small cars and a motorcycle
Length: 53'
Width: 8'6"
Height: 9'6.5"
Length: 52'7"
Width: 8'3.5"
Height: 9'5"
Capacity: 3970 cu ft
Max Gross: 72800 lbs
Max Payload: 62990 lbs
Tare Weight: 10360 lbs
26 standard pallets, or a full-size SUV and extensive household furnishings
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