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Types & Sizes of Sea Containers

Explore the container types used in sea freight and learn about their internal and external dimensions, loading capacity, and door measurements to choose the most suitable container for your goods..

15 types of containers

Select a container type to view the dimensions and suitable uses for each shipment:

Selected Container:

Standard
20ft
20 ft. Standard Container

20 ft. Standard Container

A versatile container suitable for shipping general cargo, cartons, light equipment, and non-refrigerated commercial goods.

External Dimensions
Length6,058mm
Width2,438mm
Height2,591mm
Internal Dimensions
Length5,898mm
Width2,352mm
Height2,393mm
Door & Capacity
Door Width2,340mm
Door Height2,280mm
Capacity33.2m³

Complete Dimensions Reference

All measurements are in millimeters based on standard dimensions and may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer or shipping line.

DimensionExternal dimensions Internal dimensionsDoor Opening
Length6,058 mm5,898 mm—
Width2,438 mm2,352 mm2,340 mm
Height2,591 mm2,393 mm2,280 mm
Capacity33.2 m³

The displayed dimensions are indicative and based on commonly used standard container measurements. Actual dimensions may vary slightly depending on the container type, manufacturer, or shipping line.