What are the dimensions of a 40ft Container?

External dimensions are 12.192 × 2.438 × 2.591 m. Internal dimensions are 12.03 × 2.35 × 2.39 m, for an internal volume of 67.7 m³. Dimensions follow ISO 668; internal figures vary slightly between manufacturers.

How much can a 40ft Container carry?

Maximum payload is 26,700 kg, tare weight 3,780 kg, and maximum gross weight 30,480 kg. Payload is the gross weight minus the tare, so a heavier unit carries less. Road and rail limits may be lower than the container's own rating.

Which condition grade should I choose for a 40ft Container?

New (one-trip) for occupied or visible use. Cargo Worthy for ocean transport and general storage. IICL for the strictest lessor standard. As-Is for storage and conversion where certification is not required. MG-Atlantic supplies the container and does not convert it, so the grade advice carries no commercial bias.

40ft Container (40DC)

Dimensions, payload, tare and condition grades for the 40ft Container (40DC). Internal volume 67.7 m³, max payload 26,700 kg. Buy or lease from MG-Atlantic.

Technical Specifications, 40ft Standard Container (40DC)

External Dimensions: 12.192 × 2.438 × 2.591 m
Internal Dimensions: 12.03 × 2.35 × 2.39 m
Internal Volume: 67.7 m³
Max Payload: 26,700 kg
Tare Weight: 3,780 kg
Max Gross Weight: 30,480 kg

ISO 668 & ISO 6346 Compliant

Available Conditions

New (One-Trip) Factory-built with full CSC validity and minimal operational wear.
Cargo Worthy (CW) Certified for international ocean transport. Fully seaworthy.
IICL Standard, Refurbished to Institute of International Container Lessors standards.
As-Is, Sold without certification. Suitable for storage and conversion projects.

Global Availability

MG-Atlantic sources and repositions 40DC containers through a depot network covering 80+ countries. Current availability by city and grade is on the stock page, which reflects live inventory.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of a 40ft Container?: External dimensions are 12.192 × 2.438 × 2.591 m. Internal dimensions are 12.03 × 2.35 × 2.39 m, for an internal volume of 67.7 m³. Dimensions follow ISO 668; internal figures vary slightly between manufacturers.
How much can a 40ft Container carry?: Maximum payload is 26,700 kg, tare weight 3,780 kg, and maximum gross weight 30,480 kg. Payload is the gross weight minus the tare, so a heavier unit carries less. Road and rail limits may be lower than the container's own rating.
Which condition grade should I choose for a 40ft Container?: New (one-trip) for occupied or visible use. Cargo Worthy for ocean transport and general storage. IICL for the strictest lessor standard. As-Is for storage and conversion where certification is not required. MG-Atlantic supplies the container and does not convert it, so the grade advice carries no commercial bias.

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