The 40ft Dry Shipping Container provides a reliable and spacious solution for transporting and storing a wide range of dry cargo. With standard ISO dimensions of L 40’ x W 8’ x H 8’6”, this container offers almost double the capacity of a 20ft unit, making it a preferred choice for businesses that need to move large volumes of goods efficiently.
This shipping container is commonly used to carry industrial machinery, raw materials, textiles, furniture, vehicles, packaged food, and consumer products. Its strong steel structure ensures that all cargo is well protected throughout long-distance journeys, whether by ship, train, or truck.
The 40ft General Purpose Container is not only durable but also cost-efficient, as its large capacity helps maximize shipping loads and reduce freight costs per unit. Whether for export-import activities, freight forwarding, industrial use, or on-site storage, this container is a trusted solution.
At Tradecorp, all our 40ft Dry Shipping Containers are ISO-certified, Bureau Veritas tested, and DNV approved to ensure seaworthiness, durability, and long-term performance. Its design includes doors with rubber seals, locking bars, forklift pockets, and corner castings, providing both durability and ease of handling.
| 40′ General Purpose Container | |
|---|---|
| Length x Width x Height | P 40’ x L 8’ x T 8.6’ |
| Length x Width x Height | 12.058 x 2.438 x 2.591 meters |
| Volume | 67.7 m³ |
| Tare weight | 3.600 kgs |
| Net Weight | 26.880 kgs |
| Max Gross Weight | 30.480 kgs |
The 40ft General Purpose Container is not only durable but also highly cost-efficient, as its larger capacity allows businesses to maximize shipping loads and reduce freight costs per unit.
It can carry up to 26–28 tonnes of cargo depending on the container’s tare weight and transport regulations.
The main difference is capacity. A 40ft container has almost double the space of a 20ft container, but both have similar maximum weight limits due to road and shipping restrictions.
Standard pallets (1.2m × 1m), about 20–21 pallets, and Euro pallets (1.2m × 0.8m), about 25–26 pallets