Container Types
40' High Cube Container Dimensions & Capacity (45G1)
40' High Cube Container (45G1): internal 12.032 × 2.352 × 2.698 m, 76.3 CBM capacity, 26,540 kg max payload.
- ISO code
- 45G1
- External (L × W × H)
- 12.192 × 2.438 × 2.896 m
- Internal (L × W × H)
- 12.032 × 2.352 × 2.698 m
- Door (W × H)
- 2.343 × 2.585 m
- Capacity
- 76.3 CBM
- Tare weight
- 3,940 kg
- Max payload
- 26,540 kg
- Max gross weight
- 30,480 kg
- Pallets (Euro / US)
- 25 / 22
40-foot high cube container, extra height for light voluminous cargo
The 40-foot High Cube (40HC) container is the most popular container type in global shipping. With an extra foot of height compared to standard containers, it provides approximately 13% more cubic capacity. This makes it ideal for light, voluminous cargo like furniture, textiles, and plastic products where you need to maximize volume without hitting weight limits.
Common uses of the 40' High Cube Container
- Voluminous cargo
- Furniture
- Lightweight goods
- Textiles
- Plastic products
Checking the figures
Dimensions and weights are typical values and vary by manufacturer. Check the container data plate and your carrier limits before loading.
More in this directory
- 40' Open Top Container Dimensions & Capacity (42U1)
- 40' Platform Container Dimensions & Capacity (42P0)
- 40' Reefer Container Dimensions & Capacity (42R1)
- 40' Reefer High Cube Container Dimensions & Capacity (45R1)
- 40' Standard Container Dimensions & Capacity (42G1)
- 45' High Cube Container Dimensions & Capacity (45G1)
Frequently asked questions
What are the inside dimensions of a 40' High Cube Container?
12.032 m long, 2.352 m wide, and 2.698 m high.
How much can a 40' High Cube Container hold?
About 76.3 CBM, with a maximum payload of 26,540 kg.
How many pallets fit in a 40' High Cube Container?
About 25 Euro pallets or 22 US pallets, depending on the loading pattern.