Container Types
40' Open Top Container Dimensions & Capacity (42U1)
40' Open Top Container (42U1): internal 12.032 × 2.352 × 2.348 m, 66.5 CBM capacity, 26,580 kg max payload.
- ISO code
- 42U1
- External (L × W × H)
- 12.192 × 2.438 × 2.591 m
- Internal (L × W × H)
- 12.032 × 2.352 × 2.348 m
- Door (W × H)
- 2.343 × 2.28 m
- Capacity
- 66.5 CBM
- Tare weight
- 3,900 kg
- Max payload
- 26,580 kg
- Max gross weight
- 30,480 kg
- Pallets (Euro / US)
- 25 / 22
40-foot container with removable roof for top-loading
The 40-foot Open Top container provides the length of a standard 40ft container with the top-loading capability needed for oversized cargo. It features removable roof bows and a weatherproof tarpaulin cover. This container type is essential for shipping large industrial equipment, construction materials, and other cargo that requires crane loading.
Common uses of the 40' Open Top Container
- Large machinery
- Industrial equipment
- Construction materials
- Pipes
Checking the figures
Dimensions and weights are typical values and vary by manufacturer. Check the container data plate and your carrier limits before loading.
More in this directory
- 40' Platform Container Dimensions & Capacity (42P0)
- 40' Reefer Container Dimensions & Capacity (42R1)
- 40' Reefer High Cube Container Dimensions & Capacity (45R1)
- 40' Standard Container Dimensions & Capacity (42G1)
- 45' High Cube Container Dimensions & Capacity (45G1)
- 20' Flat Rack Container Dimensions & Capacity (22P1)
Frequently asked questions
What are the inside dimensions of a 40' Open Top Container?
12.032 m long, 2.352 m wide, and 2.348 m high.
How much can a 40' Open Top Container hold?
About 66.5 CBM, with a maximum payload of 26,580 kg.
How many pallets fit in a 40' Open Top Container?
About 25 Euro pallets or 22 US pallets, depending on the loading pattern.