Here is a complete, standalone HTML file containing the comparison table. **Important Notes on the Estimates:** * **Dimensions & Weights:** Based on ISO 668 / ISO 1496 standards. Payload assumes a standard Max Gross Weight of **67,200 lbs (30,480 kg)**. * **Shipping Rates (Shenzhen → San Diego / St Maarten):** **Ocean freight rates are extremely volatile.** The figures below represent **current market "All-In" spot rate estimates (Mid-2024)** for a standard FAK (Freight All Kinds) shipment, including base ocean freight, BAF (Bunker Adjustment Factor), THC (Terminal Handling Charges), and documentation fees. They **exclude** US Customs Bonds, ISF filing, duties/taxes, drayage (trucking), and demurrage/detention. * **45ft HC to St Maarten:** 45ft containers are less common on Caribbean routes; many carriers require special booking approval or transshipment via a hub (like Panama or Freeport), often commanding a significant premium over 40ft HC. * **Cost per Cubic Foot:** Calculated strictly on *internal cubic capacity*. Real-world utilization is rarely 100% due to packaging, pallets, and weight limits. ```html
| Specification / Metric | Standard 40ft (40GP) | High Cube 40ft (40HC/HQ) | High Cube 45ft (45HC/HQ) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Internal Length | 39 ft 5.37 in (12.032 m) | 39 ft 5.37 in (12.032 m) | 44 ft 5.15 in (13.544 m) |
| Internal Width | 7 ft 8.64 in (2.352 m) | 7 ft 8.64 in (2.352 m) | 7 ft 8.64 in (2.352 m) |
| Internal Height | 7 ft 10.14 in (2.391 m) | 8 ft 10.15 in (2.697 m) | 8 ft 10.15 in (2.697 m) |
| Internal Height (Decimal Feet) | 7.84 ft | 8.84 ft | 8.84 ft |
| Total Internal Cubic Feet (Cu Ft) | 2,385 ft³ | 2,694 ft³ | 3,040 ft³ |
| Tare Weight (Est. Avg) | 8,150 lbs (3,700 kg) | 8,750 lbs (3,970 kg) | 10,580 lbs (4,800 kg) |
| Max Gross Weight (ISO Std) | 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg) | 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg) | 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg) |
| Maximum Payload (Net lbs) | 59,050 lbs | 58,450 lbs | 56,620 lbs |
| Route: Shenzhen (Yantian/Shekou) → San Diego, CA (USA West Coast) | |||
| Est. All-In Ocean Freight (USD) | $3,850 | $4,100 | $5,200 (Premium / Limited Sailings) |
| Cost per Internal Cubic Foot | $1.61 / ft³ | $1.52 / ft³ | $1.71 / ft³ |
| Transit Time (Port-to-Port) | ~14–18 Days (Direct) / ~21–28 Days (Transpacific via Long Beach/LA + Rail/Truck) | ||
| Route: Shenzhen (Yantian/Shekou) → Philipsburg, St Maarten (SXM) | |||
| Est. All-In Ocean Freight (USD) | $5,800 | $6,200 | $8,500 (Subject to Carrier Acceptance / Transshipment) |
| Cost per Internal Cubic Foot | $2.43 / ft³ | $2.30 / ft³ | $2.80 / ft³ |
| Transit Time (Port-to-Port) | ~35–45 Days (Via Panama Canal or USEC Transshipment e.g. Freeport/Colon/Caucedo) | ||