Specifications:

Size Length (Internal) Width (Internal) Height (Internal) ISO Code
20ft 19’4″ (5.898m) 7’9″ (2.352m) 7’8″ (2.348m) 22G1
40ft 39’6″ (12.032m) 7’9″ (2.352m) 8’10” (2.698m) 42G1
40ft HC 39’5″ 7’8″ 8’9″ 45G1

Sources: Pelican Containers ISO Standards Guide, Transport Geography

Commodities/Uses:

General cargo and manufactured goods
Electronics and textiles
Furniture and retail products
Non-perishable food items
Palletized cargo

Benefits:

Most cost-effective option
Widely available globally
Standardized dimensions
Compatible with all transport modes

Key Selection Criteria:

Cargo weight distribution requirements
Moisture protection needs
Loading/unloading accessibility
Standard height sufficiency