40HC container internal dimensions
A 40ft high-cube (40HC) container has internal dimensions of 12,024 × 2,350 × 2,697 mm (39.4 × 7.7 × 8.8 ft), a maximum payload of 26,460 kg (58,334 lb) and 76.2 m³ of usable volume.
40HC container specifications
| Internal length | 12,024 mm (39.4 ft) |
|---|---|
| Internal width | 2,350 mm (7.7 ft) |
| Internal height | 2,697 mm (8.8 ft) |
| Door opening (W × H) | 2,340 mm × 2,585 mm |
| Usable volume | 76.2 m³ |
| Max payload | 26,460 kg (58,334 lb) |
| Tare weight | 3,940 kg |
| Max gross (CSC plate) | 32,500 kg |
| EUR pallets (floor, single tier) | 25 |
| US/GMA pallets (floor, single tier) | 20 |
FAQ
What are the internal dimensions of a 40HC container?
The internal (usable) dimensions are 12,024 × 2,350 × 2,697 mm · 39.4 × 7.7 × 8.8 ft, giving 76.2 m³ of loadable volume. Real internal dimensions vary a little by build and operator, so verify against the equipment spec.
How many pallets fit in a 40HC container?
25 EUR pallets (1,200 × 800 mm) or 20 US/GMA pallets (1,219 × 1,016 mm) fit on the floor in a single tier. Double-stacking within the 2,697 mm inside height raises that when the cargo and its weight allow.
What is the maximum payload of a 40HC container?
Up to 26,460 kg (58,334 lb) of cargo, on top of the 3,940 kg tare. The packed gross must stay under the 32,500 kg CSC max gross, the SOLAS VGM ceiling.