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

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

Reefer containers

For dimensions of specific units, please contact Rock-it Cargo. 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

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. 

20ft DRY CONTAINERS Internal Dimension Length 5,897 mm 19 ft 4.17 in width 2,348 mm 7 ft 8.44 in Height 2,390 mm 7 ft 9.90 in Door Opening Width 2,336 mm 7 ft 8.01 in Height 2,280 mm 7 ft 5.45 in Weight Max Gross 30,480 kg (24,000 kg) 67,200 lb (52,910 lb) Tare 2,240 kg (2,290 kg) 4,940 lb (5,050 lb) Max Payload 28,240 kg (21,710 kg) 62,260 lb (47,860 lb) Load Capacity 33.0 cubic meters 1,169 cubic feet		40ft DRY CONTAINERS Internal Dimension Length 12,031 mm 39 ft 5.66 in width 2,348 mm 7 ft 8.44 in Height 2,390 mm 7 ft 9.90 in Door Opening Width 2,336 mm 7 ft 8.01 in Height 2,280 mm 7 ft 5.45 in Weight Max Gross 32,500 kg (30,480 kg) 71,650 lb (67,200 lb) Tare 3,750 kg (3,770 kg) 8,270 lb (8,310 lb) Max Payload 28,750 kg (26,710 kg) 63,380 lb (58,890 lb) Load Capacity 68.0 cubic meters(67.4) 2,385 cubic feet(2,379)
40ft HIGH CUBE DRY CONTAINERS Internal Dimension Length 12,031 mm 39 ft 5.66 in width 2,348 mm 7 ft 8.44 in Height 2,695 mm 8 ft 10.12 in Door Opening Width 2,336 mm 7 ft 8.01 in Height 2,585 mm 8 ft 5.75 in Weight Max Gross 32,500 kg (30,480 kg) 71,650 lb (67,200 lb) Tare 3,940 kg (3,990 kg) 8,690 lb (8,880 lb) Max Payload 28,560 kg (26,490 kg) 62,960 lb (58,400 lb) Load Capacity 76.0 cubic meters 2,689 cubic feet(2,684)		45ft HIGH CUBE DRY CONTAINERS Internal Dimension Length 13,555 mm 44 ft 5.68 in width 2,348 mm 7 ft 8.44 in Height 2,695 mm 8 ft 10.12 in Door Opening Width 2,336 mm 7 ft 8.01 in Height 2,585 mm 8 ft 5.75 in Weight Max Gross 32,500 kg (30,480 kg) 71,650 lb (67,200 lb) Tare 4,880 kg 10,760 lb Max Payload 27,620 kg (25,600 kg) 60,890 lb (56,440 lb) Load Capacity 86 cubic meters 3,031 cubic feet
* Max Gross Weight for 20FT dry containers : 30,480kg from 1999. * Max Gross Weight for 40FT, 40FT H/C and 45FT H/C dry containers : 32,500kg from 2002.

20 ft STEEL REEFER CONTAINERS Internal Dimension Length 5,458 mm 17 ft 10.76 in width 2,290 mm 7 ft 6.16 in Height 2,262 mm 7 ft 5.06 in Door Opening Width 2,290 mm 7 ft 6.16 in Height 2,267 mm 7 ft 5.10 in Weight Max Gross 30,480 kg (24,000 kg) 67,200 lb (52,910 lb) Tare 3,120 kg (2,960 kg) 6,880 lb (6,530 lb) Max Payload 27,360 kg (21,040 kg) 60,320 lb (46,380 lb) Load Capacity 28.0 cubic meters 1,000 cubic feet		40 ft HIGH CUBE STEEL REEFER CONTAINERS Internal Dimension Length 11,587 mm 38 ft 0.29 in width 2,290 mm 7 ft 6.16 in Height 2,539 mm 8 ft 4.00 in Door Opening Width 2,290 mm 7 ft 6.16 in Height 2,572 mm 8 ft 5.40 in Weight Max Gross 34,000 kg (30,480 kg) 74,960 lb (67,200 lb) Tare 4,700 kg (4,800 kg) 10,360 lb (10,580 lb) Max Payload 29,300 kg (25,680 kg) 74,960 lb (56,620 lb) Load Capacity 67.0 cubic meters 2,378 cubic feet
40 ft HIGH CUBE ALUM REEFER CONTAINERS Internal Dimension Length 11,585 mm 38 ft 0.29 in width 2,290 mm 7 ft 6.16 in Height 2,527 mm 8 ft 3.49 in Door Opening Width 2,290 mm 7 ft 6.16 in Height 2,493 mm 8 ft 2.10 in Weight Max Gross 32,500 kg (30,480 kg) 71,650 lb (67,200 lb) Tare 4,110 kg 9,060 lb Max Payload 28,390 kg (26,370 kg) 62,590 lb (58,140 lb) Load Capacity 67.0 cubic meters 2,367 cubic feet
* Max Gross Weight for 20FT Steel reefer containers : 30,480kg from 2002. * Max Gross Weight for 40FT H/C Steel reefer containers : 34,000kg from 2002. * Max Gross Weight for 40FT H/C ALUM reefer containers : 32,500kg from 1999.

20 ft OPEN TOP CONTAINERS Internal Dimension Length 5,893 mm 19 ft 4.21in width 2,346 mm 7 ft 8.36 in Height 2,384 mm 7 ft 9.74 in Door Opening Width 2,338 mm 7 ft 8.05 in Height 2,244 mm 7 ft 4.35 in Weight Max Gross 30,480 kg (24,000 kg) 67,200 lb (52,910 lb) Tare 2,320 kg (2,450 kg) 5,120 lb (5,400 lb) Max Payload 28,160 kg (21,550 kg) 62,080 lb (47,510 lb) Load Capacity 33 cubic meters 1,155 cubic feet		40 ft OPEN TOP CONTAINERS Internal Dimension Length 12,032 mm 39 ft 5.31in width 2,346 mm 7 ft 8.36 in Height 2,381 mm 7 ft 9.74 in Door Opening Width 2,338 mm 7 ft 8.05 in Height 2,244 mm 7 ft 4.35 in Weight Max Gross 30,480 kg 67,200 lb Tare 4,120 kg 9,080 lb Max Payload 26,360 kg 58,120 lb Load Capacity 66 cubic meters 2,346 cubic feet
* Max Gross Weight for 20FT Open Top containers : 30,480kg from 2002.

20 ft FLAT RACK CONTAINERS Internal Dimension Length 5,958 mm 19 ft 4.17 in width 2,018 mm 6 ft 7.45 in Height 2,077 mm 6 ft 9.77 in Door Opening Width Height Weight Max Gross 30,480 kg 67,200 lb Tare 2,720 kg 6,000 lb Max Payload 27,760 kg 62,120 lb Load Capacity 25 cubic meters 882 cubic feet

40 ft FLAT RACK CONTAINERS Internal Dimension Length 11,986 mm 39 ft 3.89 in width 2,236 mm 7 ft 4.03 in Height 1,968 mm 6 ft 5.48 in Door Opening Width Height Weight Max Gross 45,000 kg 99,210 lb Tare 5,980 kg 13,180 lb Max Payload 39,020 kg 86,030 lb Load Capacity 53 cubic meters 1,862 cubic feet