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Here is a comprehensive and structured specification guide for all major types of shipping containers, including dimensions, weight capacity, and special features, categorized by function and ISO standard.

STANDARD SHIPPING CONTAINER SPECIFICATIONS:

Container Type	ISO Code	External Dimensions (m)	Internal Dimensions (m)	Volume (m³)	Max Gross Weight (kg)	Tare Weight (kg)
20-ft Dry	22G1	6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59	5.9 × 2.35 × 2.39	~33.1	30,480	2,200–2,400
40-ft Dry	42G1	12.19 × 2.44 × 2.59	12 × 2.35 × 2.39	~67.5	30,480	~3,700
40-ft High Cube	45G1	12.19 × 2.44 × 2.89	12 × 2.35 × 2.69	~76.3	30,480	~3,900–4,200
20-ft Reefer	22R1	6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59	5.44 × 2.29 × 2.26	~28	30,480	~3,100
40-ft Reefer	42R1	12.19 × 2.44 × 2.59	11.56 × 2.29 × 2.26	~67	30,480	~4,800
20-ft Open Top	22U1	6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59	5.9 × 2.35 × 2.39	~32.5	30,480	~2,350
40-ft Open Top	42U1	12.19 × 2.44 × 2.59	12 × 2.35 × 2.39	~66.5	30,480	~3,850
20-ft Flat Rack	22P1	6.06 × 2.44	6.02 × 2.42	NA	45,000	~2,800
40-ft Flat Rack	42P1	12.19 × 2.44	12.13 × 2.42	NA	45,000	~5,000
Tank Container	22T6	6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59	N/A	21,000–26,000 L	36,000	~3,700

SPECIALIZED CONTAINERS:

Type	Use	Notes
Ventilated	For organic goods like coffee or cocoa	Passive airflow system
Insulated	Temp-sensitive goods without active cooling	Works like a thermal barrier
Double Door (Tunnel)	Front & back access	Speeds up loading/unloading
Side-Opening	Opens from side panel	Great for wide or awkward cargo
Half-Height	Dense, heavy items (e.g., coal, minerals)	Lower height for high-density cargo
Platform	Just a reinforced base	Used for oversized or awkward cargo with no walls or roof