Containers Dimensions – NZ Customs Broker | Freight Forwarder

Reefer

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Refrigerated containers are used for goods which need to be transported at a constant temperature above or below freezing point. These goods are divided into chilled goods and frozen goods, depending on the specified transport temperature. They principally include fruit, vegetables, meat and dairy products, such as butter and cheese.

Size	Internal dimensions, mm			Door openings, mm		Top opening, mm		Weight, kg
Size	Length	Width	Height	Width	Height	Length	Width	Max. gross	Tare	Max. payload
20 open top	5,919	2,346	2,286	2,286	2,253	5,490	2,223	30,480	2,280	28,000
40 open top	12,192	2,338	2,289	2,289	2,253	11,810	2,223	32,700	4,000	28,700
40 open top	12,192	2,348	2,653	2,388	2,580	11,810	2,223	30,480	4,000	26,480

Open Top

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Roof removed and replaced by a tarpaulin, allowing cargo to be loaded from above. Ideal for tall items or bulky cargo not fitting through standard doors.

Size	Internal dimensions, mm			Length between, mm		Max width, mm	Weight, kg
Size	Width	Height	Length	Headers	Corner posts angle		Max. gross	Tare	Max. payload
40 fixed corner FR	12,192	2,438	1,940	12,080	11,796	2,114	40,000	5,500	34,500
40 flush fold FR	12,192	2,438	1,940	12,058	11,662	2,224	40,000	5,500	34,500
40 high	12,192	2,438	2,260	12,058	11,662	2,224	52,500	5,300	47,200

Flat-Rack

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Contain only end walls and an open top/side, with no side walls—perfect for oversized machinery, vehicles, or heavy equipment. Available in standard and high cube forms, they support extremely heavy loads (up to ~50 000 kg).

Size	Internal dimensions, mm			Length between, mm		Max width, mm	Weight, kg
Size	Width	Height	Length	Headers	Corner posts angle		Max. gross	Tare	Max. payload
40 fixed corner FR	12,192	2,438	1,940	12,080	11,796	2,114	40,000	5,500	34,500
40 flush fold FR	12,192	2,438	1,940	12,058	11,662	2,224	40,000	5,500	34,500
40 high	12,192	2,438	2,260	12,058	11,662	2,224	52,500	5,300	47,200

Dry-Freight

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The most ubiquitous type used for general cargo—boxes, pallets, machinery, and manufactured goods. Available in 20 ft and 40 ft lengths, they provide reliable protection against the elements.

Size	Door openings, mm		Internal dimensions, mm			Weight, kg			Volume, m^3
Size	Width	Height	Length	Width	Height	Max. gross	Tare	Max. payload	Volume, m^3
20 standard	2,339	2,274	5,896	2,350	2,393	30,480	2,280	28,200	33
40 standard	2,340	2,274	12,032	2,350	2,393	32,500	3,700	28,800	67
40 high	2,340	2,577	12,032	2,350	2,697	32,500	3,880	28,620	76

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