Container Types
40' Standard Container Dimensions & Capacity (42G1)
40' Standard Container (42G1): internal 12.032 × 2.352 × 2.393 m, 67.7 CBM capacity, 26,730 kg max payload.
- ISO code
- 42G1
- External (L × W × H)
- 12.192 × 2.438 × 2.591 m
- Internal (L × W × H)
- 12.032 × 2.352 × 2.393 m
- Door (W × H)
- 2.343 × 2.28 m
- Capacity
- 67.7 CBM
- Tare weight
- 3,750 kg
- Max payload
- 26,730 kg
- Max gross weight
- 30,480 kg
- Pallets (Euro / US)
- 25 / 22
Standard 40-foot dry container, ideal for voluminous cargo
The 40-foot standard dry container is one of the most commonly used containers in international shipping, equivalent to 2 TEUs. It offers double the length of a 20ft container while maintaining the same width and height, making it cost-effective for shipping larger volumes of lighter cargo. The 40ft container is ideal when maximizing cargo volume is more important than carrying heavy loads.
Common uses of the 40' Standard Container
- General cargo
- Consumer goods
- Textiles
- Auto parts
- Retail merchandise
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
- 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)
- 20' Reefer Container Dimensions & Capacity (22R1)
Frequently asked questions
What are the inside dimensions of a 40' Standard Container?
12.032 m long, 2.352 m wide, and 2.393 m high.
How much can a 40' Standard Container hold?
About 67.7 CBM, with a maximum payload of 26,730 kg.
How many pallets fit in a 40' Standard Container?
About 25 Euro pallets or 22 US pallets, depending on the loading pattern.