Here are the common shipping container dimensions in centimeters (cm), along with their approximate tare weight (the weight of an empty container) and maximum load capacity or payload:
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20-foot Standard (20' GP - General Purpose):
- External Dimensions: Approximately 609.6 cm long, 243.8 cm wide, and 259.1 cm tall.
- Internal Dimensions: Approximately 589.8 cm long, 235.2 cm wide, and 239.4 cm tall.
- Tare Weight: Approximately 2,300 kgs.
- Maximum Load Capacity: Approximately 21,700 kgs.
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20-foot High Cube (20' HC):
- External Dimensions: Approximately 609.6 cm long, 243.8 cm wide, and 289.6 cm tall.
- Internal Dimensions: Approximately 589.8 cm long, 235.2 cm wide, and 269.7 cm tall.
- Tare Weight: Approximately 2,400 kg.
- Maximum Load Capacity: Approximately 21,700 kg.
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40-foot Standard (40' GP - General Purpose):
- External Dimensions: Approximately 1219.2 cm long, 243.8 cm wide, and 259.1 cm tall.
- Internal Dimensions: Approximately 1198.9 cm long, 235.2 cm wide, and 239.4 cm tall.
- Tare Weight: Approximately 3,750 kgs.
- Maximum Load Capacity: Approximately 26,500 kgs.
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40-foot High Cube (40' HC):
- External Dimensions: Approximately 1219.2 cm long, 243.8 cm wide, and 289.6 cm tall.
- Internal Dimensions: Approximately 1198.9 cm long, 235.2 cm wide, and 269.7 cm tall.
- Tare Weight: Approximately 3,900 kg.
- Maximum Load Capacity: Approximately 26,500 kg.
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45-foot High Cube (45' HC):
- External Dimensions: Approximately 1371.6 cm long, 243.8 cm wide, and 289.6 cm tall.
- Internal Dimensions: Approximately 1350.6 cm long, 235.2 cm wide, and 269.7 cm tall.
- Tare Weight: Approximately 4,800 kg.
- Maximum Load Capacity: Approximately 27,600 kg.
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Refrigerated or "Reefer" Containers have the same external dimensions as their GP or HC counterparts, but due to the refrigeration equipment and insulation, the tare weight and payload capacity can vary significantly. For instance, a 20-foot reefer might have a tare weight of approximately 3,000 kg and a maximum load capacity of about 21,700 kg, while a 40-foot reefer might have a tare weight of around 4,500 kg and a maximum load capacity of about 25,000 kg.
Please note that these dimensions and weights are approximate. Actual dimensions, tare weight, and load capacity may vary depending on the container manufacturer, age, and specific model. Always check the specific dimensions, weight, and load capacity of a container before making arrangements for shipment.