Generally, a 45ft HC container can accommodate 500 to 750 units of common shipping boxes. For example, a 45ft container can generally accommodate 640 boxes measuring 20" × 20" × 20".
The 45ft HC (High Cube) container is a specialized container size designed to meet specific shipping and logistics needs. Unlike the standard 20ft and 40ft containers, the 45ft HC container offers increased length and height, providing additional space for cargo while maintaining compatibility with standard shipping infrastructure.
The introduction of the 45ft HC container stemmed from the increasing demand for larger cargo capacities. Its larger size makes it suitable for a wider range of cargo types and sizes, including oversized or irregularly shaped items. This size was designed to bridge the gap between the standard 40ft HC container and the larger 53ft container, offering a compromise between volume and ease of handling.
Below is the interior size of a 45ft high cube container:
Length (Interior): 44 feet 5 inches
Width (Interior): 7 feet 8 inches
Height (Interior): 8 feet 10 inches
Interior Capacity: 3007.99 cubic feet
How many boxes can fit in a 45ft high cube container?The following table lists common box dimensions along with the maximum quantity that can fit in a 45ft HC container.
| Box dimensions | Qty per 45ft HC ctnr | Example |
| 8" × 8" × 8" | 10151 | Drinking Glasses |
| 12" × 3" × 17-1/2" | 8250 | Jacket or Sweater |
| 12" × 12" × 18" | 2005 | Coffee Maker |
| 13" × 9" × 11" | 4038 | Large Bowl |
| 16" × 16" × 16" | 1268 | Lamp |
| 14" × 14" × 14" | 1894 | Set of Bowls |
| 20" × 20" × 20" | 649 | Speakers |
| 27" × 17" × 12" | 943 | Skateboard |
| 12" × 9" × 6" | 8021 | Picture Frames |
| 11" × 11" × 11" | 3905 | Large Vase |
| 17" × 17" × 7" | 2596 | Playstation |
| 20" × 20" × 12" | 1082 | Dinnerware Set |
| 22" × 22" × 22" | 488 | Stand Mixer |
| 24" × 24" × 24" | 375 | Crockpot |
| 28" × 28" × 28" | 236 | Sports Equipment |
| 24" × 24" × 18" | 501 | Computer Printer |
| 18" × 13" × 11-3/4" | 1890 | Desktop PC |
| 15" × 15" × 48" | 481 | Golf Bag |
| 50" × 9" × 9" | 1283 | Golf Club |
| 54" × 8" × 28" | 429 | Bike |
| 20" × 8" × 50" | 649 | Guitar |
| 38" × 8" × 26" | 657 | TV (Small) |
| 46" × 8" × 30" | 470 | TV (Medium) |
| 56" × 8" × 36" | 322 | TV (Large) |
Loading Tips:
Even distribution of goods: Ensure that the goods are evenly distributed within the container to avoid excessive center of gravity, which may lead to stability issues during transportation. Heavy items should be placed at the bottom and center of the container, while lighter items can be placed on top or on the sides to prevent tipping or shifting.
Stacking properly: Stack items according to their size and weight to avoid stability issues caused by excessive stacking height.
Utilize corner space: Corner and edge positions can also be used to place suitable goods to improve space utilization.
See Also:
How many boxes fit in a 20ft container?
