Container Types
40' Platform Container Dimensions & Capacity (42P0)
40' Platform Container (42P0): internal 12.192 × 2.438 × 0 m, 0 CBM capacity, 40,500 kg max payload. 40-foot platform container for oversized heavy cargo.
- ISO code
- 42P0
- External (L × W × H)
- 12.192 × 2.438 × 0.65 m
- Internal (L × W × H)
- 12.192 × 2.438 × 0 m
- Capacity
- 0 CBM
- Tare weight
- 4,500 kg
- Max payload
- 40,500 kg
- Max gross weight
- 45,000 kg
40-foot platform container for oversized heavy cargo
The 40-foot Platform container provides the length needed for very long oversized cargo while maintaining the heavy-lift capability of platform containers. It is commonly used for project cargo, modular buildings, vehicles, and industrial equipment that exceeds the dimensions of standard containers.
Common uses of the 40' Platform Container
- Heavy project cargo
- Industrial equipment
- Vehicles
- Modular buildings
Checking the figures
Dimensions and weights are typical values and vary by manufacturer. Check the container data plate and your carrier limits before loading.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the inside dimensions of a 40' Platform Container?
12.192 m long, 2.438 m wide, and 0 m high.
How much can a 40' Platform Container hold?
About 0 CBM, with a maximum payload of 40,500 kg.
How many pallets fit in a 40' Platform Container?
It depends on the cargo and loading pattern.