40ft High Cube container (40HC): how many cartons fit?
Full load of one carton size, all orientations allowed, at least 75 % base support, inside 12 032 × 2 350 × 2 700 mm.
700 × 60 × 40 × 40 cm
| Carton | Cartons | Volume used |
|---|---|---|
| 40 × 30 × 30 cm | 2 070 | 98 % |
| 50 × 30 × 30 cm | 1 656 | 98 % |
| 50 × 40 × 30 cm | 1 242 | 98 % |
| 60 × 40 × 30 cm | 1 030 | 97 % |
| 60 × 40 × 40 cm | 700 | 88 % |
The planner checks the door and payload. Real loads also depend on overhang, securing and the carrier’s rules.
✓ VerifiedSource: Hapag-Lloyd — 40' Standard High Cube · checked 23 October 2026
Reference calculation. The carrier and driver check placement, securing and legal limits.
Questions and answers
40ft High Cube container (40HC): how many cartons fit?
40 × 30 × 30 cm: 2 070 pcs; 50 × 30 × 30 cm: 1 656 pcs; 50 × 40 × 30 cm: 1 242 pcs; 60 × 40 × 30 cm: 1 030 pcs; 60 × 40 × 40 cm: 700 pcs.
40ft High Cube container (40HC): what is the payload?
28 600 kg, according to Hapag-Lloyd.
40ft High Cube container (40HC): how big is the door?
The opening is 2 340 mm wide and 2 597 mm high, so it is smaller than the inside. Long or tall items must pass it.