Container Types
45' High Cube Container Dimensions & Capacity (45G1)
45' High Cube Container (45G1): internal 13.556 × 2.352 × 2.698 m, 86 CBM capacity, 25,680 kg max payload.
- ISO code
- 45G1
- External (L × W × H)
- 13.716 × 2.438 × 2.896 m
- Internal (L × W × H)
- 13.556 × 2.352 × 2.698 m
- Door (W × H)
- 2.343 × 2.585 m
- Capacity
- 86 CBM
- Tare weight
- 4,820 kg
- Max payload
- 25,680 kg
- Max gross weight
- 30,480 kg
- Pallets (Euro / US)
- 27 / 24
45-foot high cube container, maximum volume for domestic and some international routes
The 45-foot High Cube container offers the maximum volume available in standard container shipping. While not accepted at all ports, it is commonly used for domestic shipping and certain international routes where maximum cargo volume is required. It can hold approximately 27% more cargo than a standard 40ft container.
Common uses of the 45' High Cube Container
- Maximum volume cargo
- Domestic shipping
- Retail distribution
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 45' High Cube Container?
13.556 m long, 2.352 m wide, and 2.698 m high.
How much can a 45' High Cube Container hold?
About 86 CBM, with a maximum payload of 25,680 kg.
How many pallets fit in a 45' High Cube Container?
About 27 Euro pallets or 24 US pallets, depending on the loading pattern.