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Open Top · 2 TEU

40ft Open Top Container

Full-length top access for long, tall loads.

66.7 m³
Capacity
26,680 kg
Max payload
3,800 kg
Tare weight
30,480 kg
Max gross

Dimensions

MeasurementLengthWidthHeight
External12.19 m40' 0"2.44 m8' 0"2.59 m8' 6"
Internal12.03 m39' 6"2.35 m7' 9"2.35 m7' 9"
Door opening2.34 m7' 8"2.28 m7' 6"

Values follow widely published ISO standards (metric, with imperial shown for reference). Actual dimensions vary slightly by manufacturer and series.

Capacity & Weight

Cubic capacity
66.7 m³2355 ft³
Tare (empty) weight
3,800 kg8,378 lb
Maximum payload
26,680 kg58,819 lb
Maximum gross weight
30,480 kg67,197 lb

About the 40ft Open Top

The 40ft open top combines a full-length floor with an open, tarpaulin-covered roof for top loading of long or tall cargo that cannot pass through end doors. Roof bows and a tarpaulin keep the load protected in transit.

Best for

  • Long machinery
  • Over-height cargo
  • Glass & sheets
  • Project cargo

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40ft Open Top container FAQ

What are the dimensions of a 40ft Open Top container?

A 40ft Open Top Container has external dimensions of 12.19 × 2.44 × 2.59 m (40' 0" × 8' 0" × 8' 6"), with an internal usable space of 12.03 × 2.35 × 2.35 m. The rear door opening measures 2.34 m wide × 2.28 m high.

How much can a 40ft Open Top container hold?

A 40ft Open Top has a cubic capacity of about 66.7 m³. It has a tare (empty) weight of 3,800 kg, a maximum payload of 26,680 kg and a maximum gross weight of 30,480 kg.

What is a 40ft Open Top container used for?

The 40ft open top combines a full-length floor with an open, tarpaulin-covered roof for top loading of long or tall cargo that cannot pass through end doors. Roof bows and a tarpaulin keep the load protected in transit. It is best suited to long machinery, over-height cargo, glass & sheets, project cargo.

How do I track a 40ft Open Top container?

Enter the container number, bill of lading or booking number on Panvaya and we detect the carrier automatically, then show live status, ETA and port-call history on an interactive map, regardless of container type.