Container Information

Please note that there are a growing number of container types and variations from these basics. Your freight forwarder can advise you. Payload details are subject to prevailing over-the-road weight limitations applicable in individual countries and states.

40 FT. STANDARD CONTAINER

Dimensions: Length Width Height
Overall 40' = 12192 mm 8' = 2438 mm 8' 6" = 2591 mm
Internal 39' 5.25"=
12022 mm		 7' 5.625" =
2352 mm		 7' 10.25" =
2395 mm
Door Opening   7' 8.25" =
2343 mm		 7' 5.75" =
2280 mm
Weights:  
Max. Gross 67200 lbs = 30480 kg
Tare 8600 lbs = 3900 kg
Max. Payload 58600 lbs = 26580 kg
Cube: 2392 cu. ft. = 67.7 m3



40 Ft. "High Cube"

Dimensions: Length Width Height
Overall 40' = 12192 mm 8' = 2438 mm 9' 6" = 2895 mm
Internal 39' 3.25"=
12022 mm		 7' 8.5" =
2352 mm		 8' 10.25" =
2700 mm
Door Opening   7' 5.75" =
2340 mm		 8' 5.75" =
2585 mm
Weights:  
Max. Gross 67200 lbs = 30480 kg
Tare 9150 lbs = 4150 kg
Max. Payload 58050 lbs = 26330 kg
Cube: 2697 cu. ft. = 76.4 m3



20 Ft. Standard Container

Dimensions: Length Width Height
Overall 20' = 6096 mm 7' 9.25" = 2370 mm 8'6" = 2591 mm
Internal 19' 5.75" =
5935 mm		 7' 8" =
2335 mm		 7' 9.75" =
2383 mm
Door Opening   7' 8" =
2335 mm		 7' 6.25" =
2292 mm
Weights:  
Max. Gross 52910 lbs = 24000 kg
Tare 4585 lbs = 8080 kg
Max. Payload 48325 lbs = 21920 kg
Cube: 1197.25 cu. ft. = 33.9 m3



OCEAN CONTAINERS

45' High Cube Dry
45' High Cube Dry
40' Dry Freight
40' Dry Freight
40' Open Top
40' Open Top
40' Flat Rack
40' Flat Rack
40' Collapsible Flat Rack
40' Collapsible Flat Rack
40' Platform
40' Platform
40' Reefer
40' Reefer
40' High Cube Reefer
40' High Cube Reefer
20' Dry Freight
20' Dry Freight
20' Open Top
20' Open Top
20' Flat Rack
20' Flat Rack
20' Tank
20' Tank

Most containers are general purpose, designed to load or unload direct from vessel to truck trailer bed. For special purposes, you may require a particular type. For more information, contact Saratoga.

AIR CARGO CONTAINERIZATION

Shippers can save money and minimize cargo loss by containerizing their air cargo shipments. Airlines encourage the use of containers by providing special tariffs for containerized freight-all-kinds (FAK) shipments on many routes. Air carriers prefer containerized shipments for a number of reasons: Air carriers prefer containerized shipments for a number of reasons:
  • Reduces the number of individual pieces of cargo which must be handled in terminals.
  • Provides for cost-efficient use of cube capacity of aircraft.
  • Permits use of mechanical handling systems and equipment to best advantage.
  • Speeds loading and unloading of aircraft.
  • Minimizes exposure of cargo to weather, theft, pilferage and handling damage while in the custody of the carrier.
Three Basic Categories of Air Cargo Containers

  1. Air Cargo Pallets
    Designed for use with conveyor systems in terminals and in aircraft, the low-profile flat pallet is equpped with fittings for securing the pallet firmly to the aircraft deck. Cargo is normally secured to the pallet by nets, tightened over cargo by application of tensioned straps. Pallets are often covered with contoured semi-structual covers called "igloos," "hulahuts," or "cocoons" to provide protection and keep cargo within safe dimensions for loading in aircraft. Igloos may be attached to the pallet by cargo nets that are placed over the exterior, or the igloo may be permanently attached to the pallet.

    Common sizes and capacities of pallets are listed in the table. Dimensions and cubes will vary slightly.

    Type H L W Cu. Ft. Use
    Full Pallet
    (Net or igloo)    		 68" 125" 86" 420 Freighter/aircraft
    Full Pallet
    (Net or igloo)    		 88" 100" 86" 360 Freight/Passenger
    Full Pallet
    (Net or igloo)    		 88" 125" 64" 350 Boeing 747 Lower Deck
    Full Pallet
    (Net of igloo)    		 88" 61" 86" 200 Multiple
    Half Pallet
    (Net or igloo)    		 88" 53" 76" 160 Multiple


  2. Lower Deck Containers - Developed by use in the lower deck cargo spaces of high-capacity aircraft. They are fully structured and completely enclosed. Cargo is loaded into the container which may be equipped with shelves for accommodation of small of irregularly shaped cargo. The container doors, metal or fabric (or a combination), are closed, sealed and locked. Containers are locked directly into the aircraft restraint systems without need for nets or tiedowns.

    Note: Door opening dimensions and gross, tare and payload weights of LD-3 containers will vary according to models used by various airlines.
    Type H L W Cu. Ft. Use
    LD-1 64" 92" 60.4" 171 Boeing 747 only
    LD-2 64" 79" 60.4" 158 Boeing 747, Lockhead 1011, DC-10


  3. "Box-type containers" - Developed in standard sized to facilitate establishment of uniform shipping rates, they are used to consolidate shipments. Available from various manufacturers, they may be purchased by the shipped or used by frieght forwarders to consolidate the shipper's cargo into one easily handled and rated unit. Constructed of wood, plastic, plywood, fiberboard, metal or combinations of these materials, all must conform to the basic standards prescribed by the Air Transportation Association (ATA) for domestic use or the International Air Transportation Association (IATA) for international shipments.

    Contoured "Boxes" - (igloo congifuration) are handled and loaded aboard aircraft in the same manner as pallet-igloo combinations. Square-sided box-type containers are normally loaded on pallet-igloo combinations by the carrier for stowage aboard the aircraft. The following table lists standard IATA containers. Minor variations in internal dimensions and cube will occur due to the differences in contruction techniques and materials used. All dimensions are in inches.

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