40ft container: how many EUR pallets fit?
Calculated for the inside size 12 032 × 2 352 × 2 395 mm, door 2 340 × 2 292 mm and payload 28 750 kg, with pallets placed in the best pattern.
25 in one layer
50 stacked two high, up to 1 190 mm each
Floor plan, one layer
By load height
| Pallet height with load | Pallets | Max weight per pallet |
|---|---|---|
| 1 000 mm3′ 3¼″ | 50 (2 × 25) | 570 kg1 257 lb |
| 1 200 mm3′ 11¼″ | 25 | 1 150 kg2 535 lb |
| 1 400 mm4′ 7″ | 25 | 1 150 kg2 535 lb |
| 1 600 mm5′ 3″ | 25 | 1 150 kg2 535 lb |
| 1 800 mm5′ 10¾″ | 25 | 1 150 kg2 535 lb |
| 2 000 mm6′ 6¾″ | 25 | 1 150 kg2 535 lb |
| 2 200 mm7′ 2½″ | 25 | 1 150 kg2 535 lb |
The planner checks the door and payload. Real loads also depend on overhang, securing and the carrier’s rules.
✓ VerifiedSource: Hapag-Lloyd — 40' Standard · checked 23 October 2026
Reference calculation. The carrier and driver check placement, securing and legal limits.
Questions and answers
40ft container: how many EUR pallets fit?
25 in one layer; 50 stacked two high, up to 1 190 mm each.
40ft container: what is the payload?
28 750 kg, according to Hapag-Lloyd.
40ft 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.
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