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20ft Standard Container

The workhorse of international shipping. Ideal for heavy goods like machinery, metals, and dense materials. Designed to be easily stacked and handled at ports worldwide.

20ft Standard Container
ISO-668
Internal Dimensions
Length5.898 m (19'4")
Width2.352 m (7'8")
Height2.393 m (7'10")
Door Opening
Width2.340 m (7'8")
Height2.280 m (7'5")
Weight Specifications
Max Gross30,480 kg (67,196 lbs)
Tare Weight2,300 kg (5,070 lbs)
Max Payload28,180 kg (62,126 lbs)
Cubic Capacity
Total Volume33.2 CBM (1,172 CBF)
Disclaimer:Equipment specifications may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer, year of construction, and maintaining fleet. Please contact your local agent for exact unit details if cargo is critically close to maximum dimensions.