ISO 6346 Shipping Container Codes & Specifications Dataset
This dataset provides a comprehensive list of 14 ISO 6346 container codes, detailing their types, dimensions, capacities, and weight specifications for various shipping containers.
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Key Takeaways
- Access detailed specifications for 14 common ISO 6346 container types.
- Explore container dimensions, capacities, maximum payloads, and tare weights.
- Download a ready-to-use reference for logistics, shipping, and supply chain analysis.
- Leverage accurate data for freight planning and container utilization.
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| Code | ISO Code | Container Type | Category | Length (ft) | Dimensions (L×W×H m) | Capacity (m³) | Max Payload (kg) | Tare Weight (kg) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20GP | 22G1 | 20ft General Purpose | Dry | 20 | 6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59 | 33.2 | 28200 | 2300 | Standard 20-foot dry container |
| 40GP | 42G1 | 40ft General Purpose | Dry | 40 | 12.19 × 2.44 × 2.59 | 67.7 | 26680 | 3800 | Standard 40-foot dry container |
| 40HC | 45G1 | 40ft High Cube | Dry | 40 | 12.19 × 2.44 × 2.89 | 76.3 | 26460 | 4020 | High cube with extra height |
| 45HC | 45G1 | 45ft High Cube | Dry | 45 | 13.72 × 2.44 × 2.89 | 86.1 | 25600 | 4800 | 45-foot high cube container |
| 20RF | 22R1 | 20ft Reefer | Refrigerated | 20 | 6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59 | 28.3 | 27400 | 3080 | Refrigerated 20-foot container |
| 40RF | 42R1 | 40ft Reefer | Refrigerated | 40 | 12.19 × 2.44 × 2.59 | 59.3 | 26280 | 4200 | Refrigerated 40-foot container |
| 40RH | 45R1 | 40ft Reefer High Cube | Refrigerated | 40 | 12.19 × 2.44 × 2.89 | 67.5 | 25900 | 4580 | High cube refrigerated container |
| 20OT | 22U1 | 20ft Open Top | Open Top | 20 | 6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59 | 32.5 | 28100 | 2400 | Open top for oversized cargo |
| 40OT | 42U1 | 40ft Open Top | Open Top | 40 | 12.19 × 2.44 × 2.59 | 65.9 | 26500 | 3980 | 40-foot open top container |
| 20FR | 22P1 | 20ft Flat Rack | Flat Rack | 20 | 6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59 | 0 | 28600 | 2700 | No sides/roof for heavy machinery |
| 40FR | 42P1 | 40ft Flat Rack | Flat Rack | 40 | 12.19 × 2.44 × 2.59 | 0 | 40000 | 5700 | 40-foot flat rack container |
| 20TK | 22T1 | 20ft Tank | Tank | 20 | 6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59 | 21 | 26000 | 4480 | For liquid/gas transport |
| 20PL | 22P3 | 20ft Platform | Platform | 20 | 6.06 × 2.44 × 0 | 0 | 30000 | 2500 | Flat platform, no walls |
| 40PL | 42P3 | 40ft Platform | Platform | 40 | 12.19 × 2.44 × 0 | 0 | 40000 | 5000 | 40-foot platform container |
Use Cases
- Import the CSV file into your SQL database or Python scripts to integrate container specifications into logistics management systems or freight calculation tools.
- Use the Excel file to create Pivot Tables, filter container types, and analyze capacities for optimized shipping route planning and cargo loading.
- Print the PDF version for classroom reference, operational manuals, or quick offline lookups in a warehouse setting.
- Refer to this dataset for validating container declarations, understanding international shipping standards, or building educational materials on global trade.