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The following information
can be used as a reference for better understanding
the particularities of this so interesting industry and also
to facilitate the preparation of your shipment: |
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Container Sizes
These details are for guidance only
and do not guarantee availability of any
type of container for any particular route. Although the
dimensions are representative of the international
standards, there can be variations.
Please check with us for size and availability
before making any crucial decisions.
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» Dry containers
Dry containers come in several sizes
and designs:
» 20' with a payload up to 28.3
metric tons.
» 40' - both 8'6"
and 9'6" high cube - with a payload
up to 30.4 metric tons.
» 45' - 9'6"
high cube - with a total capacity of 86 cubic metres.
Please note there may be slight
size variations for some containers, as well
as limitations regarding acceptance in certain locations.
Special features of dry containers
» Hangar beams which
allow the transport of garments on hangars without futher
packing.
» An extra high payload and extra door-width
versions.
» Bull rings and lashing bars to give
your cargo added security.
» Ventilated containers for crops,
such as coffee and cocoa.
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| Dry
/ Steel |
Door
openings (mm) |
Internal
dimensions (to load line mm) |
Weight
(Max.kg) |
Volume
(m3) |
| Type |
Size |
W. |
H. |
L. |
W. |
H. |
Gross |
Tare |
Payload |
Cap. |
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20" std |
20'x8'x
8'6" |
2,340 |
2,274 |
5,896 |
2,350 |
2,385 |
27,000 |
2,150 |
24,850 |
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40" std |
40'x8'x
8'6" |
2,339 |
2,274 |
12,035 |
2,350 |
2,393 |
32,500 |
3,700 |
28,800 |
67 |
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40" high |
40'x8'x
9'6" |
2,340 |
2,577 |
12,035 |
2,350 |
2,697 |
34,000 |
3,800 |
30,200 |
76 |
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45" high |
45'x8'x
9'6" |
2,340 |
2,585 |
13,556 |
2,352 |
2,697 |
32,500 |
4,800 |
27,820 |
86 |
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| Dry
/ Aluminium |
Door
openings (mm) |
Internal
dimensions (to load line mm) |
Weight
(Max.kg) |
Volume
(m3) |
| Type |
Size |
W. |
H. |
L. |
W. |
H. |
Gross |
Tare |
Payload |
Cap. |
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40" wide door |
40'x8'x
8'6" |
2,343 |
2,278 |
12,056 |
2,347 |
2,379 |
32,500 |
2,790 |
29,710 |
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40" high |
40'x8'x
9'6" |
2,343 |
2,584 |
12,056 |
2,347 |
2,684 |
32,500 |
2,900 |
29,600 |
76 |
| 45"
high
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45'x8'x
9'6"
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2,340
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2,584
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13,582
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2,347
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2,696
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32,500
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3,900
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28,600
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76
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» Reefer container
For dimensions of specific units,
please contact GC&L. Dimensions vary
within container series.
Special features
» Super Cool version
maintaining a cargo temperature of -27 degrees C/ -15 degrees
F.
» Dehumidification system ensuring
the optimal humidity inside the container.
» Controlled atmosphere providing the
optimal conditions, improving quality and shelf life.
» Environmentally-friendly CFC free
R-134A refrigerant.
» Super Freezers capable of maintaining
temperatures as low as -60 degrees C/ -76 degrees F.
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| Reefer
/ Steel |
Door
openings (mm) |
Internal
dimensions (to load line mm) |
Weight
(Max.kg) |
Volume
(m3) |
| Type |
Size |
W. |
H. |
L. |
W. |
H. |
Gross |
Tare |
Payload |
Cap. |
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20" std |
20'x8'x
8'6" |
2,294 |
2,201 |
5,451 |
2,290 |
2,156 |
30,480 |
2,930 |
27,550 |
27,9 |
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high
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40'x8'x
9'6"
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2,278
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2,473
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11,578
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2,280
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2,425
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34,000
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4,500
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29,500
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/ Aluminium |
Door
openings (mm) |
Internal
dimensions (to load line mm) |
Weight
(Max.kg) |
Volume
(m3) |
| Type |
Size |
W. |
H. |
L. |
W. |
H. |
Gross |
Tare |
Payload |
Cap. |
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20" std |
20'x8'x
8'6" |
2,286 |
2,188 |
5,430 |
2,286 |
2,155 |
27,000 |
2,750 |
24,250 |
26,8 |
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40" std |
40'x8'x
8'6" |
2,294 |
2,174 |
11,577 |
2,294 |
2,110 |
32,500 |
3,900 |
28,600 |
56,1 |
| 40"
high
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40'x8'x
9'6"
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2,290
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2,535
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11,577
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2,294
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2,409
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32,500
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4,150
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28,350
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64,1
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» Special equipment
There are several options for oversized or especially
heavy cargo.
» 20'
and 40' flat racks and artificial
tweendecks, have fixed or collapsible end-walls.
They are suitable for top or side loading and ideal for heavy
machinery, pipes, etc.
» 20' and 40'
open-top containers, have removable roof
bows and tarpaulin covers.
» 20' open-top/open-side
containers, have removable side grating, top rails,
roof bows and door headers. These containers are specially
designed for easy stuffing and stripping. They also ensure
effective ventilation.
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| Dry
/ Steel |
Internal dimensions (to load line mm) |
Weight
(Max.kg) |
| Type |
Size |
L. |
W. |
H. |
L. btw.
headers |
L. btw.
corner posts |
W. btw.
corner posts |
Tare |
Tare. Payload |
Max. Payload |
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20 fixed-corner |
20'x8'x
8'6" |
5,935 |
2,398 |
2,327 |
5,935 |
5,693 |
2,106 |
24,000 |
2,560 |
21,440 |
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20 collapsible |
20'x8'x
8'6" |
5,966 |
2,418 |
2,286 |
5,850 |
5,422 |
2,058 |
30,480 |
2,970 |
27,510 |
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40 fixed-corner |
40'x8'x
8'6" |
12,080 |
2,438 |
2,103 |
12,080 |
11,796 |
2,114 |
30,480 |
5,480 |
25,000 |
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40 open-end |
40'x8'x
9'6" |
12,192 |
2,230 |
1,986 |
11,900 |
11,710 |
2,178 |
45,000 |
4,500 |
40,500 |
40
flush-fold |
40'x8'x
9'6" |
12,178 |
2,365 |
1,943 |
12,058 |
11,662 |
2,224 |
45,000 |
5,200 |
39,800 |
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rack / Steel |
Internal
dimensions (mm) |
Maximum
load (kg) |
Weight
(Max.kg) |
| Type |
Size |
L. |
W. |
Concentrated
(kg/sq.feet) |
on mid
10 ft |
Gross |
Tare |
Payload |
| 40
std
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40x8x
3'2"(base)
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12,052
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2,438
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4,535
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12,148
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44,440
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4,860
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39,580
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| Open-tops
/ Steel |
Door
opening (mm) |
Internal
dimensions (mm) |
Top opening
(mm) |
Weight
(Max.kg) |
Vol. (m3) |
| Type |
Size |
W. |
H. |
L. |
W. |
H. |
L. |
W. |
Gross |
Tare |
Payload |
Cap. |
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20 open-top |
20x8'x 8'6" |
2,286 |
2,251 |
5,919 |
2,340 |
2,286 |
5,425 |
2,223 |
24,000 |
2,177 |
21,823 |
32 |
| 40
open-top |
40'x8'x 8'6" |
2,289 |
2,253 |
12,043 |
2,338 |
2,272 |
11,622 |
2,162 |
30,480 |
4,300 |
26,180 |
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/ Aluminium |
Door
opening (mm) |
Internal
dimensions (mm) |
Top opening
(mm) |
Weight
(Max.kg) |
Vol. (m3) |
| Type |
Size |
W. |
H. |
L. |
W. |
H. |
L. |
W. |
Gross |
Tare |
Payload |
Cap. |
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20 open-top |
20x8'x 8'6" |
2,338 |
2,273 |
5,893 |
2,346 |
2,353 |
5,488 |
2,230 |
30,480 |
2,250 |
28,230 |
32 |
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open-top |
40'x8'x 8'6" |
2,338 |
2,275 |
12,029 |
2,348 |
2,359 |
11,622 |
2,188 |
32,500 |
3,800 |
28,700 |
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