TUCONE GUIDES

Choose the equipment. Check every dimension.

Volume is only the beginning. Door clearance, weight and loading methods also determine the equipment you need.

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EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS20 FTLength 6.058 mmHeight 2.591 mmExterior width 2.438 mm · Standard containerNominal dimensions · Check the specification and plate of the assigned unit
REFERENCE PROFILE

20 ft standard

33,2 m³Nominal volume
28.130 kgExample maximum payload
Interior · length × width × height
5.900 × 2.352 × 2.395 mm
Door · width × height
2.340 × 2.292 mm
Reference nominal volume
33,2 m³
Example maximum gross weight
30.480 kg
Example tare weight
2.350 kg
Example payload
28.130 kg

Confirm the assigned container’s dimensions and plate. Nominal volume is not the same as usable cargo volume.

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Dry container comparison
EquipmentInterior lengthInterior heightDoor heightNominal volumeExample payload
20 ft standard5.900 mm2.395 mm2.292 mm33,2 m³28.130 kg
40 ft standard12.032 mm2.395 mm2.292 mm67,7 m³28.750 kg
40’ High Cube12.032 mm2.700 mm2.597 mm76,3 m³28.600 kg

Different equipment, different requirements

Refrigerated / Reefer
TrainLearnGrow · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Credits

Refrigerated / Reefer

For goods requiring controlled temperatures. Machinery and airflow reduce usable space: confirm dimensions, temperature and loading limits.

Information only · This equipment is not included in the current load-planning engine.
Open Top
Col André Kritzinger · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Credits

Open Top

Allows certain top-loading operations. Confirm the opening, cover and acceptance of oversized cargo before booking.

Information only · This equipment is not included in the current load-planning engine.
Flat Rack
Peter.hunziker56 · CC BY-SA 2.0 de · Credits

Flat Rack

A platform with end walls for certain heavy or oversized loads. Check support points, load distribution and securing arrangements.

Information only · This equipment is not included in the current load-planning engine.

Before confirming loading

Measure the finished packaging, including skids and protrusions. Check the assigned equipment’s dimensions and plate, payload, floor strength, securing and handling. Door clearance can prevent an item from entering even when it would fit inside.

Turn your dimensions into a load plan.

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