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Container Types & Equipment

Open Top Container

"A container with a removable top cover used for oversized cargo loaded from above."

More terms in Container Types & Equipment

Dry Container
A standard enclosed container used for general cargo that does not require temperature control.
Reefer Container
A refrigerated container used for temperature-sensitive cargo such as food, pharmaceuticals, or perishables.
Flat Rack Container
A container with collapsible or no side walls, designed for heavy or oversized cargo.
High Cube Container
A container similar to a standard unit but with extra height for additional cargo capacity.
Tank Container
A specialized container used for transporting liquids, gases, or hazardous materials.
ISO Container
A container built to international ISO standards for safe and uniform global transport.
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