Containers

Learn how Alaska auto transport services work and why using a trusted provider ensures your vehicle is shipped safely and on time.

What is Container Car Shipping?

Container shipping involves securely placing your vehicle inside a sealed container for transport. This method provides extra protection from weather, road debris, and theft, making it ideal for high-value, classic, or military vehicles.

Benefits of Using a Container

Maximum protection for your vehicle
Ideal for overseas or long-distance shipping
Reduced risk of damage compared to open transport
Suitable for multiple vehicles in a single container

Inside Length: 19’4″ — ample space to fit most standard vehicles comfortably
Inside Width: 7’8″ — ensures safe clearance on each side of your vehicle
Inside Height: 7’10″ — accommodates SUVs and taller vehicles
Door Opening: 7’8″ W x 7’5″ H — wide and tall enough for easy loading and unloading
Empty Weight: 4,960 lbs — lightweight for easier transport
Cubic Capacity: 1,171 ft³ — generous interior volume for your vehicle and extra cargo if needed
Outside Length: 19’10″ — overall exterior length
Outside Width: 8′ — standard shipping width
Outside Height: 8’6″ — provides secure, enclosed coverage

Inside Length: 39’5″ — offers nearly 40 feet of space, perfect for multiple vehicles or oversized shipments
Inside Width: 7’8″ — standard clearance to securely fit most cars, SUVs, and light trucks
Inside Height: 7’10″ — accommodates taller vehicles with ease
Door Opening: 7’8″ W x 7’5″ H — wide and tall opening for convenient loading and unloading
Empty Weight: 8,200 lbs — sturdy build designed for heavy-duty transport
Cubic Capacity: 2,390 ft³ — large interior volume suitable for one or more vehicles plus extra cargo
Outside Length: 40′ — standard length for high-capacity international shipping
Outside Width: 8′ — ensures compatibility with transport carriers and ships
Outside Height: 8’6″ — full coverage to protect your cargo during transit

Inside Length: 39’5″ — provides nearly 40 feet of usable space for larger shipments
Inside Width: 7’8″ — wide enough to fit most passenger vehicles and light trucks securely
Inside Height: 8’10″ — extra vertical clearance compared to standard containers, ideal for taller vehicles or stacked cargo
Door Opening: 7’8″ W x 8’5″ H — generous opening height for smooth loading of oversized vehicles or equipment
Empty Weight: 9,300 lbs — reinforced build for heavy-duty shipping needs
Cubic Capacity: 2,700 ft³ — expanded space capacity for maximum cargo volume
Outside Length: 39’5″ — standard length compatible with global transport systems
Outside Width: 7’8″ — narrow build to maintain transport compatibility
Outside Height: 8’10″ — higher than standard containers, providing more room inside

Inside Length: 44’5″ — extended interior length offers extra space compared to standard 40-foot containers
Inside Width: 7’8″ — accommodates most standard vehicles and wide cargo efficiently
Inside Height: 8’10″ — high-cube design allows for taller cargo, RVs, or stacked goods
Door Opening: 7’8″ W x 8’5″ H — large doorway makes loading oversized vehicles and equipment easier
Empty Weight: 11,200 lbs — heavy-duty structure ensures durability and security for long-distance shipping
Cubic Capacity: 3,040 ft³ — maximum storage volume for combining vehicles with additional household or commercial cargo
Outside Length: 45′ — extra length beyond traditional shipping containers provides added capacity
Outside Width: 8′ — fits within standard transport guidelines for seamless logistics
Outside Height: 9’6″ — taller build maximizes storage while remaining compatible with most shipping systems