The maximum weight limit for cargo in a container varies depending on the type and size of the container. The below provides the maximum by size and type of container, however specific weight limits can vary by country. For more accurate information please contact your local Maersk office.

Standard

20' standard – steel
Maximum payload : 62390 lb / 28300 kg
Capacity : 1170 ft3 / 33,2 m3

40' standard – steel
Maximum payload : 63650 lb / 28870 kg
Capacity : 2390 ft3/ 67,7 m3

40'high cube - steel
Maximum payload : 63250 lb / 28690 kg
Capacity : 2700 ft3 ft3/ 76,4 m3

45'high cube - steel
Maximum payload : 60957 lb / 27650 kg
Capacity : 3040 ft3 ft3/ 86 m3

Reefer

20' standard - Reefer
Maximum payload : 61220 / 27770 kg
Capacity : 998 ft3 ft3/ 28,3 m3

40' High Cube Standard – Reefer
Maximum payload : 65410 / 29670 kg
Capacity : 2384 ft3 ft3/ 67,5 m3

40' High Cube Magnum - Reefer
Maximum payload : 64772 lb / 29380 kg
Capacity : 2261 ft3 ft3/ 64 m3

40' High Cube - StarCare™
Maximum payload : 65410 lb / 29670 kg
Capacity : 2384 ft3 ft3/ 67,5 m3

40' High Cube - Super Freezer
Maximum payload : 60957 lb / 27650 kg
Capacity : 3040 ft3 ft3/ 86 m3

Open Top

20' Open Top
Maximum payload : 62420 / 28310 kg

40' Open Top - High Cube
Maximum payload : 62610 / 28400 kg

40' High - Flat Rack Collapsible
Maximum payload : 104280 / 47300 kg