45' Pallet Wide Container

Understanding the 45' Pallet Wide Container

The 45-foot Pallet Wide (45PW) container is a specialized intermodal unit designed to bridge the gap between continental road transport and maritime shipping. Unlike standard ISO containers, which are slightly too narrow to accommodate two 1200mm Euro-pallets side-by-side without significant wasted space, the Pallet Wide unit features a slightly increased internal width. This minor architectural adjustment allows shippers to load up to 33 Euro-pallets in a single unit—the exact same capacity as a standard European 13.6m road trailer.

For retailers and FMCG distributors, the 45PW is a game-changer. It enables a seamless "road-to-sea" transition, as goods can be moved directly from a warehouse truck into a container without restacking or re-palletizing. By maximizing the internal floor area, the 45PW reduces the total number of containers required for massive shipments, lowering terminal handling charges and sea freight costs. It is the ultimate tool for companies seeking to optimize their short-sea and trans-European logistical clusters while maintaining the security and protection and short-sea shipping routes.

Internal Dimensions

• Inside Length: 13.556 m
• Inside Width: 2.444 m
• Inside Height: 2.698 m

Door Opening

• Door Width: 2.420 m
• Door Height: 2.585 m

Capacity

• Capacity: 89.2 m³

Weights

• Tare Weight: 4,950 Kgs
• Max Cargo Weight: 29,050 Kgs