Container Types
40' Reefer Container Dimensions & Capacity (42R1)
40' Reefer Container (42R1): internal 11.561 × 2.294 × 2.21 m, 58.7 CBM capacity, 26,000 kg max payload.
- ISO code
- 42R1
- External (L × W × H)
- 12.192 × 2.438 × 2.591 m
- Internal (L × W × H)
- 11.561 × 2.294 × 2.21 m
- Door (W × H)
- 2.286 × 2.195 m
- Capacity
- 58.7 CBM
- Tare weight
- 4,480 kg
- Max payload
- 26,000 kg
- Max gross weight
- 30,480 kg
- Pallets (Euro / US)
- 20 / 18
40-foot refrigerated container for temperature-controlled cargo
The 40-foot refrigerated container is the workhorse of cold chain logistics. It provides sufficient capacity for most commercial perishable shipments while maintaining precise temperature control. The container features thick insulation walls and a powerful refrigeration unit that connects to the vessel or terminal power supply.
Common uses of the 40' Reefer Container
- Fresh produce
- Frozen food
- Meat
- Dairy
- Pharmaceuticals
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' Reefer High Cube Container Dimensions & Capacity (45R1)
- 40' Standard Container Dimensions & Capacity (42G1)
- 45' High Cube Container Dimensions & Capacity (45G1)
- 20' Flat Rack Container Dimensions & Capacity (22P1)
- 20' High Cube Container Dimensions & Capacity (25G1)
- 20' Open Top Container Dimensions & Capacity (22U1)
Frequently asked questions
What are the inside dimensions of a 40' Reefer Container?
11.561 m long, 2.294 m wide, and 2.21 m high.
How much can a 40' Reefer Container hold?
About 58.7 CBM, with a maximum payload of 26,000 kg.
How many pallets fit in a 40' Reefer Container?
About 20 Euro pallets or 18 US pallets, depending on the loading pattern.