Container Specification

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DRY

This type of container is for general cargo. General cargo should not be over-length, over-width, over-height, over-weight, or in bulk. Containers are constructed of steel for sturdiness and ease of repair. 45ft containers are not generally available in all the trades GAIN SEA SHIPPING operates.

DRY CONTAINER – 20 FEET 
Specifications for 8’6″/ 30,480kg
Inside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		5,898
2,350
2,390
Door OpeningWidth (mm) 
Height (mm)		2,340
2,280
Load Capacity(m³)33.1
Container Weight(kg)2,200
Max. Load Weight(kg)28,280
DRY CONTAINER – 40 FEET
Specifications for 8’6″/ 30,480kg
Inside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		12,032
2,350
2,390
Door OpeningWidth (mm) 
Height (mm)		2,340
2,280
Load Capacity(m³)67.6
Container Weight(kg)3,740
Max. Load Weight(kg)26,740
DRY CONTAINER – 40 FEET HIGH CUBE
Specifications for 9’6”/ 30,480kg / 32,500kg
Inside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		12,032
2,350
2,695
Door OpeningWidth (mm) 
Height (mm)		2,340
2,585
Load Capacity(m³)76.2
Container Weight(kg)3,830
Max. Load Weight(kg)26,650 / 28,670
DRY CONTAINER – 45 FEET
Specifications for 9’6” / 30,480kg / 32,500kg
Inside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		13,556
2,352
2,697
Door OpeningWidth (mm) 
Height (mm)		2,340
2,585
Load Capacity(m³)86.0
Container Weight(kg)4,780
Max. Load Weight(kg)25,700 / 27,720

Please note this is for reference only. Individual containers may have different specifications from the measurement shown above. For further information, please contact us.

REEFER

This type of container is capable of maintaining the temperature of frozen, chilled or warm cargo. A refrigeration unit is built onto the nose of the container and power is provided by a motor generator (when container is on wheels), by terminal (when grounded in a yard) or by the ship (when laden on board).

Air, cold or warm, is supplied to the inside of a container via an air duct system that enters the container from the bottom. Air circulates under, over and through the load before it returns to the refrigeration unit. This circulation is repeated continuously when the unit is in operation.

In the nose of each refrigeration units are adjustable ventilation holes. At specific settings, these vents allow fresh air exchanges to avoid a build up of carbon dioxide inside the container. All fresh fruits and vegetables are living products and as a result give off heat and carbon dioxide. Vents allow this warm toxic air to be expelled from the container in order to avoid spoilage.

The most advanced reefer containers are computerized enabling highly precise temperature control. Transportation has become easier due to this type of precise control that ensures preserving the quality of foods such as meat, fish, eggs, vegetables and fruits, as well as films, plants and pharmaceuticals.

REEFER CONTAINER – 20 FEET
Specifications for 8’6″/ 30,480kg
Inside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		5,456
2,288
2,263
Outside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		6,058
2,438
2,591
Door OpeningWidth (mm) 
Height (mm)		2,290
2,221
Load Capacity(m³)28.2
Container Weight(kg)2,910
Max. Load Weight(kg)27,570
REEFER CONTAINER – 40 FEET HIGH CUBE
Specifications for 9’6″/ 34,000kg
Inside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		11,590
2,284
2,544
Outside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		12,192
2,438
2,896
Door OpeningWidth (mm)
Height (mm)		2,290
2,502
Load Capacity(m³)67.5
Container Weight(kg)4,520
Max. Load Weight(kg)29,480

Please note this is for reference only. Individual containers may have different specifications from the measurement shown above. For further information, please contact us.

FLAT RACK

Flat racks are best suited for stowage of heavy lift, over-height and/or over-width cargo. Flat racks have collapsible end frames. Lashing rings on the bottom side rails, corner posts and floor are available to enable cargo to be secured using straps or chains.

FLAT RACK CONTAINER – 20 FEET
Specifications for 8’6″ / 34,000kg
Inside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		5,652
2,438
2,213
Outside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		6,058
2,438
2,591
Load Capacity(m³)28.4
Container Weight(kg)3,050
Max. Load Weight(kg)30,950
FLAT RACK CONTAINER – 40 FEET
Specifications for 8’6″/ 45,000kg
Inside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		12,082
2,438
1,955
Outside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		12,192
2,438
2,591
Load Capacity(m³)53.2
Container Weight(kg)6,200
Max. Load Weight(kg)38,800

Please note this is for reference only. Individual containers may have different specifications from the measurement shown above. For further information, please contact us.

OPEN TOP

Open tops do not have a solid roof; instead they are covered with a removable, waterproof tarpaulin that can be secured with ropes. The metal beam above the door can be opened to the right or left and can also be dismantled from the container. Lashing rings at the inside base of the container are used to secure and prevent shifting of cargo during movement. This type of container is suitable for over-height and/or lengthy cargo.

OPEN TOP CONTAINER – 20 FEET
Specifications for 8’6″ / 30,480kg
Inside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		5,898
2,350
2,348
Door OpeningWidth (mm) 
Height (mm)		2,340
2,280
Roof OpeningLength (mm)
Width (mm)		5,680
2,252
Swing header opening
Width(mm)1,940
Load Capacity(m³)32.5
Container Weight(kg)2,380
Max. Load Weight(kg)28,100
OPEN TOP CONTAINER – 40 FEET
Specifications for 8’6″  / 30,480kg
Inside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		12,022
2,350
2,348
Door OpeningWidth (mm) 
Height (mm)		2,340
2,280
Roof OpeningLength (mm)
Width (mm)		11,798
2,230
Swing header openingWidth(mm)1,940
Load Capacity(m³)66.3
Container Weight
(kg)		3,880
Max. Load Weight
(kg)		26,600
OPEN TOP CONTAINER – 40/HC
Specifications for 9’6″ / 32,500kg
Inside MeasurementLength (mm)
Width (mm) 
Height (mm)		12,032
2,352
2,653
Door OpeningWidth (mm) 
Height (mm)		2,340
2,585
Roof OpeningLength (mm)
Width (mm)		11,806
2,192
Swing header opening
Width(mm)1,940
Load Capacity(m³)75.1
Container Weight(kg)4,060
Max. Load Weight(kg)28,440

Please note this is for reference only. Individual containers may have different specifications from the measurement shown above. For further information, please contact us.