General description
A 40-foot Open Top "Cargo Worthy" (CW) shipping container is designed for the transport of bulky or oversized goods that cannot be loaded through standard doors. It features a removable or retractable roof, allowing easy access for top loading and unloading.
 
Key features
 Dimensions
 
External 
Length : 12,192 mm (40 feet)
Width: 2,438 mm (8 feet)
Height: 2,591 mm (8 feet 6 inches) for standard container
 
Internal 
Length: 12.032 mm
Width: 2.352 mm
Height: 2.393 mm
 
 
 Capacity and weight
 
Internal volume: approx. 67.7 m³
Maximum gross weight: approx. 30,480 kg (may vary slightly)
Empty weight: approx. 3,800 kg (may vary slightly)
Payload capacity: approx. 26,680 kg (may vary slightly)
 
 Construction
 
Material: Sturdy, rust- and weather-resistant corten steel structure.
Floor: Typically hardwood or marine plywood, capable of supporting heavy loads.
Roof : Removable or retractable, often made of reinforced canvas or steel, allowing easy access for top loading and unloading.
ISO corners: Located at the four corners of the container, enabling safe lifting and stowage for multimodal transport.
 
 Security and compliance
 
Locks and latches: Robust locks for security against theft and unauthorized access.
Certifications: Compliance with ISO standards and international regulations for freight transport. Cargo Worthy" certification guarantees that the container is seaworthy and can be used to transport goods.
 
 Loading flexibility
 
Top loading: Ideal for bulky goods, machinery and materials that cannot be loaded through standard doors.
Easy access: Allows fast, efficient loading and unloading of bulky goods.
 
 
Typical applications
Transport of bulky goods: Industrial machinery, spare parts, building materials, and other oversized goods.
Temporary storage: Ideal for storing bulky or oversized products.
Industrial and construction projects: Used to transport and store heavy, bulky equipment.