Konttikokoihin

Konttikokoihin refers to standardized dimensions for shipping containers. These standardized sizes ensure interoperability between different modes of transport, such as ships, trains, and trucks, as well as between different container handling facilities worldwide. The most common container sizes are based on the ISO 668 standard.

The two primary lengths are 20-foot and 40-foot containers. A 20-foot container, often called a TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit), has external dimensions of approximately 20 feet (6.1 meters) in length, 8 feet (2.44 meters) in width, and 8.5 feet (2.59 meters) in height. A 40-foot container, equivalent to two TEUs, measures approximately 40 feet (12.2 meters) in length, with the same width and height as the 20-foot container.

Variations exist, including High Cube containers, which are taller than standard containers, offering more volume. There are also specialized containers for specific cargo, such as refrigerated containers (reefers) or open-top containers. The standardization of konttikokoihin is crucial for the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of global logistics and trade.