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40ft Dry Shipping Container — First-Trip
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First-trip version, this 40 ft Dry container offers 67.5 m3 in certified new condition. The worldwide FEU standard, with a Corten steel structure and marine plywood floor for total reliability.
- Dimensions (LxWxH)
- 12.2 m × 2.4 m × 2.6 m
- Floor area
- 28,3 m²
- Volume
- 67,8 m³
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Compliance
ISO 9001 and CSC standards.
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Technical specifications
| External dimensions | 12,192 m × 2,438 m × 2,591 m |
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| Internal dimensions | 12,032 m × 2,352 m × 2,393 m |
| Door clearance | 2,340 m × 2,280 m |
| Tare weight | 3 650 kg |
| Payload | 26 830 kg |
| Volume | 67,8 m³ |
| Floor area | 28,3 m² |
| Materials | Corten steel |
| Floor type | Marine plywood |
| Door opening | 270° |
| Certifications | CSC |
| Type | Conteneur Dry |
| Reference (SKU) | conteneur-40-pieds-dry-premier-voyage |
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Definition
What is a Dry container?
La famille Dry regroupe les conteneurs maritimes fermés les plus utilisés. Elle sert au transport de marchandises sèches, au stockage sécurisé et aux projets d’aménagement simples.
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Un conteneur Dry repose sur une structure en acier Corten, un acier auto-patinable qui résiste naturellement à la corrosion marine. Les dimensions suivent les standards ISO, ce qui facilite le transport par camion, train ou navire.
Le choix dépend surtout du volume utile, de la charge admissible et de l’accès au site. Un 20 pieds reste polyvalent, tandis qu’un 40 ou 45 pieds optimise le volume disponible.
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Format maritime standard
Format maritime standard
Le Dry utilise une caisse fermée avec doubles portes arrière. Cette configuration protège les marchandises sèches contre la pluie, le vent et les intrusions.
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Structure robuste
Structure robuste
L’acier Corten encaisse les manutentions répétées et les conditions extérieures. Le plancher bois marine supporte les charges réparties liées au stockage ou au transport.
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Livraison adaptable
Livraison adaptable
Les formats Dry se livrent généralement par camion adapté. La faisabilité dépend de la longueur du conteneur, de l’accès camion et de la zone de dépose.
In detail
What is a first-trip 40 ft Dry shipping container?
The 40 ft Dry shipping container is the large-format version of the standard shipping container. "Dry" means a classic closed container, with no insulation or refrigeration, for dry goods. The term "first-trip" (also called one-trip) refers to a new unit, which has made only a single maritime positioning trip before being put up for sale; original seals and perfect watertightness from the very first use.
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At 12.192 m long, it offers a 28.2 m² footprint and doubles the usable capacity of a 20 ft, at the identical standard ISO height (2.591 m). It's the go-to option for full loads and goods over twelve meters long transported with no break of load; no intermediate transshipment. Its Corten steel, a self-weathering anti-corrosion steel, guarantees a long lifespan.
Model dimensions
Usable space and access
- Door opening (W × H)
- 2,340 m × 2,280 m
- Interior (L × W × H)
- 12,032 m × 2,352 m × 2,393 m
Use the internal dimensions to plan the load or equipment layout. Allow the clearances needed for movement, handling and maintenance for your intended use.
Mass and load distribution
Check total mass, point loads, load distribution and handling equipment compatibility. Available volume does not determine permissible load: reference masses are listed in the technical specifications.
Reference dimensions from the product sheet, to be confirmed for the proposed container.
Exterior envelope
Exterior dimensions and installation
- Exterior (L × W × H)
- 12,192 m × 2,438 m × 2,591 m
These dimensions describe the container envelope. Door movements, connections and servicing may require additional space around the unit.
The unloading area depends on the vehicle and lifting method. It must be assessed separately from the container’s final position.
Reference dimensions from the product sheet, to be confirmed for the proposed container.
Read the dimensions guideLe choix de l’état
Premier voyage ou occasion ?
L’aspect attendu, l’usage et le budget orientent le choix. Demandez les photos et les caractéristiques du conteneur proposé avant de vous décider.
Premier voyage : quel état ?
Un conteneur premier voyage est une unité récemment fabriquée qui a effectué un trajet maritime de positionnement. Son aspect est généralement proche du neuf, mais de petites marques de transport ou de manutention restent possibles.
C’est une option à privilégier pour une installation visible, un aménagement soigné ou un projet où l’état initial compte particulièrement. Demandez les photos et les caractéristiques du conteneur proposé.
Occasion : pour quels usages ?
Un conteneur d’occasion a déjà servi au transport maritime. Les bosses, les reprises de peinture, la corrosion et les réparations varient d’une unité à l’autre : l’appellation seule ne décrit pas son état réel.
Pour le stockage, le chantier ou un usage technique, une occasion contrôlée peut répondre au besoin avec un budget initial plus contenu. Distinguez les traces d’usage acceptables des défauts qui affectent la structure, la fermeture des portes ou l’étanchéité.
Que vérifier avant l’achat ?
- Structure : déformations importantes, trous, corrosion perforante, état du châssis et des coins ISO.
- Portes et joints : ouverture, fermeture, fonctionnement des barres de verrouillage et continuité des joints.
- Plancher et étanchéité : zones molles, réparations inadaptées et entrées de lumière anormales, hors ventilation prévue.
Pour un transport maritime international, faites aussi confirmer la validité CSC et l’aptitude de l’unité au transport prévu. La plaque ne remplace pas l’examen du conteneur.
Budget : que faut-il comparer ?
À format comparable, l’occasion est généralement moins chère à l’achat. Vérifiez aussi ce que le devis inclut : le conteneur, le transport et le déchargement sur votre site.
À format identique, les dimensions nominales restent les mêmes ; la tare et la charge utile se vérifient sur les plaques. Pour un frigorifique, un Open Side ou un conteneur équipé, contrôlez aussi les équipements décisifs pour votre usage : groupe froid, portes ou installations.
In detail
First-trip or used: how to choose?
A "first-trip" container is new: factory paint, original seals, surfaces with no marks. A "used" container has already been in maritime service; it is graded by condition, "Cargo Worthy" (CW), still fit for international transport, or "Wind & Water Tight" (WWT), only airtight and watertight.
On the 40 ft, first-trip avoids any prior inspection before loading; a clear advantage for regular logistics flows and fit-out projects. Used remains worthwhile for storage on a controlled budget, provided the unit's grading is checked.
Applications
Uses of a 40 ft Dry shipping container
The large format opens up possibilities out of reach for a 20 ft, especially for continuous volumes and extra-long goods.
The applications below show in which contexts this format is most relevant. Each use links the on-site need to the container's concrete benefit.
Highlights
Why buy a first-trip 40 ft Dry shipping container
The new 40 ft Dry is the optimal format for large volumes: it doubles the capacity of a 20 ft with no break of load. The strengths below explain what this capacity concretely changes, cost per cubic meter, factory condition, immediate compliance, to position this format against the 20 ft and against a used unit.
The strengths below explain what each technical choice brings to the project. They help compare the product with a less specialized alternative or a different condition.
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Doubled capacity
Doubled capacity
67.5 m³ usable lets you absorb, in a single unit, volumes that a 20 ft can only handle at the cost of a transshipment. It's the format for continuous loads.
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Optimized cost per m³
Optimized cost per m³
At purchase, the 40 ft offers the best price-per-volume ratio in the standard Dry segment. For a full load, the cubic meter costs less than on two 20 ft containers.
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New factory structure
New factory structure
Fresh epoxy coat, surfaces with no marks or dents, and original rubber seals. This new condition avoids any prior inspection and guarantees perfect watertightness from the first load.
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Compliant on delivery
Compliant on delivery
The CSC plate is valid for 5 years after manufacture and the ISO 6346 marking is affixed at the factory. The container heads to export with no recertification, unlike a used unit.
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Recognized versatility
Recognized versatility
The ISO size makes it compatible with all handling equipment, in port and out. Crane, forklift and road chassis pick it up with no adaptation.
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Nationwide delivery
Nationwide delivery
40 ft road transport is arranged throughout France, with unloading suited to the container's length. The quote includes this logistics from end to end.
Applications
What is the price of a first-trip 40 ft Dry shipping container
No container is sold at a price fixed in advance: the market changes every month, following a global mechanism comparable to that of raw materials.
Four dynamics drive variations in the new 40 ft segment:
The factors below explain why the price can vary from one quote to another. They help you read a quote by distinguishing the product price, availability, and delivery costs.
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