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The following information can be used as a reference for better understanding the particularities of this so interesting industry and also to facilitate the preparation of your shipment:

  
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Container Sizes

These details are for guidance only and do not guarantee availability of any type of container for any particular route. Although the dimensions are representative of the international standards, there can be variations.
Please check with us for size and availability before making any crucial decisions.
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» Dry containers

Dry containers come in several sizes and designs:

» 20' with a payload up to 28.3 metric tons.
» 40' - both 8'6" and 9'6" high cube - with a payload up to 30.4 metric tons.
» 45' - 9'6" high cube - with a total capacity of 86 cubic metres.

Please note there may be slight size variations for some containers, as well as limitations regarding acceptance in certain locations.

Special features of dry containers

» Hangar beams which allow the transport of garments on hangars without futher packing.
» An extra high payload and extra door-width versions.
» Bull rings and lashing bars to give your cargo added security.
» Ventilated containers for crops, such as coffee and cocoa.

 

  
Dry / Steel
Door openings (mm)
 Internal dimensions (to load line mm) Weight (Max.kg) Volume (m3)
Type Size W. H. L. W. H. Gross Tare Payload Cap.
20" std
20'x8'x
8'6"
2,340
2,274
5,896
2,350
2,385
27,000
2,150
24,850
33
40" std
40'x8'x
8'6"
2,339
2,274
12,035
2,350
2,393
32,500
3,700
28,800
67
40" high
40'x8'x
9'6"
2,340
2,577
12,035
2,350
2,697
34,000
3,800
30,200
76
45" high
45'x8'x
9'6"
2,340
2,585
13,556
2,352
2,697
32,500
4,800
27,820
86
 
Dry / Aluminium
Door openings (mm)
 Internal dimensions (to load line mm) Weight (Max.kg) Volume (m3)
Type Size W. H. L. W. H. Gross Tare Payload Cap.
40" wide door
40'x8'x
8'6"
2,343
2,278
12,056
2,347
2,379
32,500
2,790
29,710
67
40" high
40'x8'x
9'6"
2,343
2,584
12,056
2,347
2,684
32,500
2,900
29,600
76
45" high
45'x8'x
9'6"
2,340
2,584
13,582
2,347
2,696
32,500
3,900
28,600
76
 

» Reefer container

For dimensions of specific units, please contact GC&L. Dimensions vary within container series.

Special features

» Super Cool version maintaining a cargo temperature of -27 degrees C/ -15 degrees F.
» Dehumidification system ensuring the optimal humidity inside the container.
» Controlled atmosphere providing the optimal conditions, improving quality and shelf life.
» Environmentally-friendly CFC free R-134A refrigerant.
» Super Freezers capable of maintaining temperatures as low as -60 degrees C/ -76 degrees F.

 
Reefer / Steel
Door openings (mm)
 Internal dimensions (to load line mm) Weight (Max.kg) Volume (m3)
Type Size W. H. L. W. H. Gross Tare Payload Cap.
20" std
20'x8'x
8'6"
2,294
2,201
5,451
2,290
2,156
30,480
2,930
27,550
27,9
40" high
40'x8'x
9'6"
2,278
2,473
11,578
2,280
2,425
34,000
4,500
29,500
64
 
Reefer / Aluminium
Door openings (mm)
 Internal dimensions (to load line mm) Weight (Max.kg) Volume (m3)
Type Size W. H. L. W. H. Gross Tare Payload Cap.
20" std
20'x8'x
8'6"
2,286
2,188
5,430
2,286
2,155
27,000
2,750
24,250
26,8
40" std
40'x8'x
8'6"
2,294
2,174
11,577
2,294
2,110
32,500
3,900
28,600
56,1
40" high
40'x8'x
9'6"
2,290
2,535
11,577
2,294
2,409
32,500
4,150
28,350
64,1
 

» Special equipment

There are several options for oversized or especially heavy cargo.

» 20' and 40' flat racks and artificial tweendecks, have fixed or collapsible end-walls. They are suitable for top or side loading and ideal for heavy machinery, pipes, etc.
» 20' and 40' open-top containers, have removable roof bows and tarpaulin covers.
» 20' open-top/open-side containers, have removable side grating, top rails, roof bows and door headers. These containers are specially designed for easy stuffing and stripping. They also ensure effective ventilation.

 
Dry / Steel
Internal dimensions (to load line mm)		 Weight (Max.kg)
Type Size L. W. H. L. btw. headers L. btw. corner posts W. btw. corner posts Tare Tare. Payload Max. Payload
20 fixed-corner
20'x8'x
8'6"
5,935
2,398
2,327
5,935
5,693
2,106
24,000
2,560
21,440
20 collapsible
20'x8'x
8'6"
5,966
2,418
2,286
5,850
5,422
2,058
30,480
2,970
27,510
40 fixed-corner
40'x8'x
8'6"
12,080
2,438
2,103
12,080
11,796
2,114
30,480
5,480
25,000
40 open-end
40'x8'x
9'6"
12,192
2,230
1,986
11,900
11,710
2,178
45,000
4,500
40,500
40 flush-fold
40'x8'x
9'6"
 12,178
2,365
1,943
12,058
11,662
2,224
45,000
5,200
39,800
 
Flat rack / Steel
Internal dimensions (mm)
 Maximum load (kg) Weight (Max.kg)
Type Size L. W. Concentrated (kg/sq.feet) on mid 10 ft Gross Tare Payload
40 std
40x8x
3'2"(base)
12,052
2,438
4,535
12,148
44,440
4,860
39,580
 
Open-tops / Steel
Door opening (mm)
 Internal dimensions (mm) Top opening (mm) Weight (Max.kg) Vol. (m3)
Type Size W. H. L. W. H. L. W. Gross Tare Payload Cap.
20 open-top
20x8'x 8'6"
2,286
2,251
5,919
2,340
2,286
5,425
2,223
24,000
2,177
21,823
32
40 open-top
40'x8'x 8'6"
2,289
2,253
12,043
2,338
2,272
11,622
2,162
30,480
4,300
26,180
64
 
Open-tops / Aluminium
Door opening (mm)
 Internal dimensions (mm) Top opening (mm) Weight (Max.kg) Vol. (m3)
Type Size W. H. L. W. H. L. W. Gross Tare Payload Cap.
20 open-top
20x8'x 8'6"
2,338
2,273
5,893
2,346
2,353
5,488
2,230
30,480
2,250
28,230
32
40 open-top
40'x8'x 8'6"
2,338
2,275
12,029
2,348
2,359
11,622
2,188
32,500
3,800
28,700
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