---
title: "Refrigerated Container Dimensions"
description: "Ensure the safe transportation of perishable goods with our high-quality refrigerated containers, available for sale and hire to suit your business needs"
url: "https://shippingcontainersofliverpool.co.uk/refrigerated-container"
date: "2026-04-21T18:02:01+00:00"
language: "en-GB"
---

![reefer container](https://shippingcontainersofliverpool.co.uk/images/refrigerated_containers_for_hire_and_sale.jpg)

## 20ft Refrigerated Container dimensions

- Wind and Waterproof
- Suitable for international shipping
- Temperature controlled
- Secure locking system
- Heavy duty flooring

 | Description | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum payload | 62,391 lb | 28,300 kg |
| Dimensions | 20' x 8' x 8'6" | 6.096 x 2.438 x 2.591 m |
| Volume | 1,165 cubic feet | 33 m3 |
| Door openings, width | 7' 8 1/16" | 2.350 m |
| Door openings, height | 7' 5 1/2" | 2.274 m |
| Internal, length | 19' 4 1/8" | 5.896 m |
| Internal, width | 7' 8 1/2" | 2.350 m |
| Internal, height to load line | 7' 10 7/32" | 2.393 m |
| Weight, gross | 67,197 lb | 30,480 kg |

## 40ft Refrigerated container dimensions

- Wind and Waterproof
- Suitable for international shipping
- Temperature controlled
- Secure locking system
- Heavy duty flooring

 | Description | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum payload | 63,640 lb | 28,870 kg |
| Dimensions | 40' x 8' x 8'6" | 12.192 x 2.438 x 2.591 m |
| Volume | 2,366 cubic feet | 67 m3 |
| Door openings, width | 7' 8 1/8" | 2.340 m |
| Door openings, height | 7' 5 1/2" | 2,274 mm |
| Internal, length | 39' 5 11/16" | 12.032 m |
| Internal, width | 7'8 1/2" | 2,350 mm |
| Internal, height to load line | 7' 10 7/32" | 2,393 mm |
| Weight, gross | 71,650 lb | 32,500 kg |
| Weight, tare | 8,010 lb | 3,630 kg |

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