Talk about commonly used container types -40 foot high container


 1. Overview:
The 40HC container, also known as the 40 foot high cube, is a commonly used sea freight container and a large container commonly used in shipping and international trade. Its size may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer and specific design, but it usually complies with the following international standard ranges:
1. Length: The most common length is 12.192 meters (40 feet), but some say it ranges from 12.09 meters to 12.192 meters, with a less common length of 11.8 meters. The internal length is slightly smaller than the external length, usually around 11.89 meters or 12.03 meters (about 39 feet).
2. Width: Generally between 2.35 meters and 2.438 meters, but 2.35 meters is a more common width. The internal width is also slightly smaller than the external width, usually around 2.15 meters or 2.352 meters (i.e. over 7 feet).
3. Height: usually between 2.591 meters and 2.9 meters. The internal height is also smaller than the external height, generally around 2.393 meters, 2.49 meters, or 2.69 meters (i.e. more than 7 feet or 8 feet), depending on the design and manufacturer.
4. Capacity: The capacity of a 40HC container varies depending on its specific size, but it can generally carry up to approximately 67.91 cubic meters to 74 cubic meters of cargo, with an effective capacity typically around 58.68 cubic meters to 68 cubic meters, depending on the placement of the cargo and the actual size of the container.
5. Load capacity: The maximum load capacity of a 40HC container is usually around 26 to 28 tons. This data is the maximum allowable carrying capacity set by container manufacturers in accordance with international standards. However, in practical operation, different shipping companies may set different maximum load capacity limits based on the carrying capacity of the vessel and the requirements of the transportation route.
In addition, the carrying capacity of a container is also affected by factors such as the type of goods, packaging method, and loading and unloading equipment at the destination port. Therefore, in specific use, it is recommended to consult relevant shipping companies or consult the latest industry regulations to ensure compliance with actual transportation needs.

2. Purpose and Function:
• Scenarios with large cargo transportation volume: Suitable for bulky goods such as furniture, large machinery, and other industrial equipment, as their internal space is higher than a regular 40 foot dry cargo container, providing approximately 67.7 cubic meters of capacity and effectively reducing transportation batches.
• Goods with high space requirements: some light foamed goods, such as foamed plastic products, light textiles, etc., can be loaded more reasonably by using the space of high containers to avoid space waste.

3. Loading precautions
• Weight distribution: Keep the weight of the goods evenly distributed to avoid center of gravity deviation. Before loading, it is important to understand the maximum load-bearing capacity of the container, which typically has a maximum total weight of 30480 kilograms. Uneven distribution of cargo weight may cause the container to tilt or overturn during transportation.
Fixed cargo: Due to the shaking of the vessel during sea transportation, suitable fixing devices (such as ropes, tensioners, wooden blocks, etc.) should be used to secure the cargo to prevent collision or damage to the container.