Container Specifications
Though there are many types of containers in the world of logistics, this page lists a few of the most frequently used ones.
20 ft. Dry Container
The 20ft Standard Dry Shipping Container is one of the most well-known iterations of shipping containers, and no doubt a familiar sight. They can be transported by road, railway or ship and offer affordable storage in a very durable and protective container.
Dimensions & Max payload
Length: 5.90m
Width: 2.35m
Height: 2.39m
Door width: 2.34m
Door height: 2.27m
Max payload: 28.19Ton
20 ft. Open Top Shipping Container
The 20ft Open Top Shipping Container is ideal for goods that need to be loaded using a crane or when loading through the regular doors simply isn't practical, such as timber or scrap metal. Tarpaulin can then be used to cover up the load. The 20ft Open Top Shipping Containers has retained the regular use of the standard container doors, for maximum flexibility in terms of loading and discharging.
Dimensions & Max payload
Length: 5.90m
Width: 2.35m
Height: 2.35m
Door width: 2.34m
Door height: 2.24m
Max payload: 21.55Ton
20 ft. Flat Rack Container
The 20ft Flat Rack container is available with walls that are fixed, or folding ends. They are commonly used for the stowage of heavy loads and/or load sizes which simply don't fit into shipping containers that have fixed walls. The end walls of the 20ft Flat Rack Container are powerful and rigid enough to allow the stacking of one upon another. The 20ft Flat Rack Container has lashing rings that can be used to safely fasten loads up to 2000 kg.
Dimensions & Max payload
Length: 5.96m
Width: 2.02m
Height: 2.08m
Max payload: 27.76Ton
40 ft. Dry Container
The standard dry shipping container is suitable for stacking, allowing for mass transport or storage of a vast variety of goods. The 40ft Standard Dry Shipping Container is one of the most well-known iterations of shipping containers, and no doubt a familiar sight. They can be transported by road, railway or ship and offer affordable storage in a very durable and protective container.
Dimensions & Max payload
Length: 12.03m
Width: 2.35m
Height: 2.39m
Door width: 2.34m
Door height: 2.27m
Max payload: 26.19Ton
40 ft. High Cube Dry Container
40 ft High Cube containers are about 1 feet higher than the standard 40 ft container so pallets can be loaded higher.
Dimensions & Max payload
Length: 12.03m
Width: 2.35m
Height: 2.69m
Door width: 2.34m
Door height: 2.58m
Max payload: 26.49Ton
40 ft. High Cube Reefer Container
The 40ft Reefer Container is a special container that operates using a cooling unit. This guarantees that the temperature of your cargo is set to your needs, making the container ideally suited for transporting delicate goods that require a fixed temperature. The 40ft Reefer Container is available worldwide. Building on the strengths of the efficient Star Cool Refrigeration unit and the sturdy and reliable Mark Q reefer box, Star Cool reefers utilise first class technology to keep your commodities in pristine condition. Not only that, but improved thermal properties and reduced weight will help you reduce your CO2 emissions from your reefer operation, making Star Cool reefers the environmentally responsible choice.
Dimensions & Max payload
Length: 11.67m
Width: 2.29m
Height: 2.54m
Door width: 2.29m
Door height: 2.44m
Max payload: 27.70Ton
40 ft. Open Top Container
The 40ft Open Top Shipping Container is ideal for goods that need to be loaded using a crane or when loading through the regular doors simply isn't practical, such as timber or scrap metal. Tarpaulin can then be used to cover up the load. The 40ft Open Top Shipping Containers has retained the regular use of the standard container doors, for maximum flexibility in terms of loading and discharging.
Dimensions & Max payload
Length: 12.02m
Width: 2.35m
Height: 2.38m
Door width: 2.34m
Door height: 2.24m
Max payload: 26.46Ton
40 ft. Flat Rack Container
The 40ft Flat Rack container is available with walls that are fixed, or folding ends. They are commonly used for the stowage of heavy loads and/or load sizes which simply don't fit into shipping containers that have fixed walls. The end walls of the 40ft Flat Rack Container are powerful and rigid enough to allow the stacking of one upon another. The 40ft Flat Rack Container has lashing rings that can be used to safely fasten loads up to 4000 kg.
Dimensions & Max payload
Length: 11.99m
Width: 2.24m
Height: 1.97m
Max payload: 26.46Ton
45 ft. High Cube Dry Container
45 ft Pallet Wide High Cube containers are ideal for the transport of euro-pallet goods. Because these containers are slightly wider they can transport 2 to 6 pallets more as in a standard 45 ft High Cube container.
Dimensions & Max payload
Length: 13.58m
Width: 2.34m
Height: 2.69m
Door width: 2.34m
Door height: 2.58m
Max payload: 26.18Ton
