Auto Shipping 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 loading vehicles into a sealed, fully enclosed container for transport. This method offers maximum protection from weather, road debris, and theft, making it ideal for high-value, luxury, classic, sports, and military vehicles. It’s also commonly used for motorcycles, ATVs, and specialty or modified cars that require extra care. Unlike RoRo, container shipping often allows you to include securely packed personal items inside the container, giving added convenience when moving or relocating.

RoRo vs. Container Car Shipping

RoRo shipping is typically cheaper. It’s ideal for standard cars, trucks, and SUVs that don’t require extra protection. Container shipping, on the other hand, offers maximum security by placing vehicles inside a fully enclosed container, shielding them from weather, saltwater exposure, and potential damage. Choosing between them depends on your budget, vehicle type, and the level of protection you want during transit.

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