Container Types
40' Reefer High Cube Container Dimensions & Capacity (45R1)
40' Reefer High Cube Container (45R1): internal 11.561 × 2.294 × 2.509 m, 66.7 CBM capacity, 25,680 kg max payload. 40-foot high cube refrigerated container.
- ISO code
- 45R1
- External (L × W × H)
- 12.192 × 2.438 × 2.896 m
- Internal (L × W × H)
- 11.561 × 2.294 × 2.509 m
- Door (W × H)
- 2.286 × 2.444 m
- Capacity
- 66.7 CBM
- Tare weight
- 4,800 kg
- Max payload
- 25,680 kg
- Max gross weight
- 30,480 kg
- Pallets (Euro / US)
- 20 / 18
40-foot high cube refrigerated container
The 40-foot High Cube Reefer is the most popular refrigerated container type in modern shipping. The extra height allows for better air circulation and can accommodate taller cargo like hanging meat carcasses or garments. It provides approximately 14% more capacity than a standard 40ft reefer.
Common uses of the 40' Reefer High Cube Container
- High-volume perishables
- Hanging garments
- Tall refrigerated cargo
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' 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)
- 20' Platform Container Dimensions & Capacity (22P0)
Frequently asked questions
What are the inside dimensions of a 40' Reefer High Cube Container?
11.561 m long, 2.294 m wide, and 2.509 m high.
How much can a 40' Reefer High Cube Container hold?
About 66.7 CBM, with a maximum payload of 25,680 kg.
How many pallets fit in a 40' Reefer High Cube Container?
About 20 Euro pallets or 18 US pallets, depending on the loading pattern.