Freight reference resources
Useful starting dimensions, linked to their published sources. Confirm the equipment assigned to your shipment before loading.
Container dimensions
Internal length, width and height, door openings, nominal volume and example payloads for 20 ft, 40 ft and high cube equipment.
Compare container references →PALLETSPallet sizes
EPAL Euro and EPAL 2 reference dimensions, published working loads and the difference between pallet height and cargo height.
View pallet references →How to use a reference preset
A reference value helps start a calculation before the precise equipment is known. It does not establish what a particular container or pallet can safely carry. The calculators let you edit preset values to match confirmed measurements and constraints.
Each table identifies the source organization, the date reviewed and the scope of the values. Carrier websites and equipment specifications may change after that review.
For the calculation methods behind these tables, explore the freight and packaging guides.