# Shipping container sizes (typical)

| Container | Inside L x W x H (mm) | Capacity (m3) | Typical max payload (kg) | EUR pallets | UK pallets | US pallets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20GP | 5898 x 2352 x 2393 | 33.2 | 28,000 | 11 | 9 | 9 |
| 40GP | 12032 x 2352 x 2393 | 67.72 | 26,700 | 25 | 22 | 20 |
| 40HQ | 12032 x 2352 x 2698 | 76.35 | 26,500 | 25 | 22 | 20 |
| 45HQ | 13556 x 2352 x 2698 | 86.02 | 25,600 | 27 | 24 | 24 |

Typical values; vary by line and container.

## FAQ

**What are the inside dimensions of a 20ft container?**
Typically 5,898 × 2,352 × 2,393 mm (L × W × H), about 33.2 m³. Exact figures vary by shipping line and box.

**What is the difference between a 40GP and a 40HQ?**
Height. A 40HQ (high cube) is typically 305 mm taller inside, which adds about 8.6 m³, while the length and width are the same.

**How much weight can a 20ft container carry?**
Typical maximum payload is about 28,000 kg for a 20GP, but road weight limits often allow less, and the payload on the container's CSC plate is the real limit.

Source page: https://cartonmath.com/container-sizes/
Updated: 2026-10-06
Publisher: CartonMath (https://cartonmath.com)