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As the name suggests this closed
container is suitable for the carriage of all types of general
cargo, and with suitable temporary modification for the
carriage of cargoes, both solid and liquid.
The containers are basically a steel framework with steel
cladding: in all cases the floors are either hardwood timber
planked or plywood sheeted. Access for loading and unloading
is through full width doors.
Cargo securing/lashing points are located at floor level at
the base of the sidewalls (generally 5 per side in 20' and 9
per side in 40' containers), all with a Safe Working Load of
2023kg each.
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The tare weights of containers
vary, therefore no absolute figure is quoted for payload, but
it should be mentioned that the P&O Containers fleet of 20'
General Purpose containers have a maximum gross weight of
between 22,860 and 30,480kg. All 40' General Purpose
containers have a maximum gross weight of 30,480kg.
However, very careful consideration must be given to the
maximum weight limits acceptable in the country of origin and
destination. Please contact your local P&O Containers office
for further information relating to weight limitations.
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