40' Open Top Container Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Inside Length | 12.029 m |
| Inside Width | 2.342 m |
| Inside Height | 2.326 m |
| Door Width | 2.341 m |
| Door Height | 2.274 m |
| Capacity | 65 m3 |
| Tare Weight | 3,810 kg |
| Maximum Cargo Weight | 26,670 kg |
Typical Cargo and Applications
A 40ft open top container is commonly used for long industrial cargo, pipes, steel structures, long machinery, construction materials, timber, metal products, equipment parts, and cargo that must be loaded from above. It is often used in sea freight and project cargo and OOG transport when both length and top-loading access are important.
40' Open Top vs 20' Open Top Container
The main difference between a 40' open top container and a 20' open top container is usable length and cargo volume. A 20ft open top container is often suitable for more compact, dense, or heavy cargo that needs vertical loading. A 40ft open top container is more suitable when the cargo is longer, larger in volume, or needs more floor space while still requiring crane loading.
A 40' open top container should not be confused with a 40' flat rack container. If the cargo is very wide, cannot be secured within the open top frame, or exceeds container limits in multiple directions, a flat rack may be more appropriate.
Loading and Securing Notes
Before selecting a 40' open top container, cargo length, height, weight, lifting points, tarpaulin coverage, lashing method, and shipping line requirements should be reviewed. Overheight cargo may require special approval, and out-of-gauge handling may affect routing, terminal operations, and transport cost.
For shipment planning or container type selection, you can contact SASCO or request a shipping quotation based on your cargo dimensions, weight, route, and handling requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 40' open top container used for?
It is used for long, tall, or difficult-to-load dry cargo that requires loading from above by crane or lifting equipment.
When is a 40' open top better than a 20' open top?
A 40' open top container is usually better when the cargo needs more length, more floor space, or greater internal volume while still requiring top loading.
Can long cargo be loaded in a 40' open top container?
Yes, long dry cargo such as pipes, steel products, timber, machinery parts, and construction materials may be loaded if dimensions, weight, and securing requirements are suitable.
What cargo may require a flat rack instead?
Cargo that is too wide, too high, or cannot be safely secured inside the open top container frame may require a flat rack container instead.
