20ft container: how many cartons fit?
Full load of one carton size, all orientations allowed, at least 75 % base support, inside 5 900 × 2 352 × 2 395 mm.
280 × 60 × 40 × 40 cm
| Carton | Cartons | Volume used |
|---|---|---|
| 40 × 30 × 30 cm | 824 | 89 % |
| 50 × 30 × 30 cm | 671 | 91 % |
| 50 × 40 × 30 cm | 511 | 92 % |
| 60 × 40 × 30 cm | 405 | 88 % |
| 60 × 40 × 40 cm | 280 | 81 % |
The planner checks the door and payload. Real loads also depend on overhang, securing and the carrier’s rules.
✓ VerifiedSource: Hapag-Lloyd — 20' Standard · checked 23 October 2026
Reference calculation. The carrier and driver check placement, securing and legal limits.
Questions and answers
20ft container: how many cartons fit?
40 × 30 × 30 cm: 824 pcs; 50 × 30 × 30 cm: 671 pcs; 50 × 40 × 30 cm: 511 pcs; 60 × 40 × 30 cm: 405 pcs; 60 × 40 × 40 cm: 280 pcs.
20ft container: what is the payload?
28 130 kg, according to Hapag-Lloyd.
20ft container: how big is the door?
The opening is 2 340 mm wide and 2 292 mm high, so it is smaller than the inside. Long or tall items must pass it.