What are the common sizes of shipping containers?

Presou Logistics Company News 03 Apr 2025

Shipping containers from China is an economical and reliable method for exporting heavy cargo. As a freight forwarding company with years of experience in the field of global logistics, we understand our clients' concerns regarding shipping costs, efficiency, and safety. Therefore, we are committed to providing comprehensive customized logistics solutions to meet your diverse needs.

We offer a variety of standard container sizes, including:

20’GP (General Purpose Container): Suitable for transporting medium-sized cargo, its internal space can meet the transportation needs of most regular goods.

40’GP (General Purpose Container): With a larger space than the 20’GP, it is ideal for transporting bulkier goods, effectively improving transportation efficiency and reducing per-unit shipping costs.

40’HQ (High Cube Container): Providing additional height compared to the 40’GP, it offers more internal space and is particularly suitable for tall or loose cargo.

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No matter which type of container you require, our professional team will tailor the most suitable shipping plan based on the characteristics of your goods, transportation routes, and budget constraints. The customized shipping services we provide cover not only container selection but also loading and unloading, transportation insurance, customs clearance, and other aspects to ensure the safe and punctual arrival of your goods at the destination.

If you have any questions about container shipping or need a detailed quote and professional advice, please feel free to contact us via the following methods:

Email: presou@presou.com

Our customer service team will reply to your inquiries as soon as possible and provide you with one-on-one quality service. In addition, we have prepared detailed specifications for different container sizes for your reference:

Container Type	Dimensions (Length x Width x Height)	Capacity
20’GP	20 ft x 8 ft x 8.5 ft	Approx. 33.2 cubic meters
40’GP	40 ft x 8 ft x 8.5 ft	Approx. 67.7 cubic meters
40’HQ	40 ft x 8 ft x 9.5 ft	Approx. 76.4 cubic meters

Choosing the right container size is key to ensuring shipping efficiency and cost control. We recommend that you select the most suitable container type based on the volume and weight of your cargo, taking into account shipping costs and transportation time. If you need further assistance or wish to learn more about container shipping, please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to working with you and providing you with efficient and reliable global logistics