How Many Electric Motorcycles Fit in a 40HQ Container? Complete Loading Guide
Complete guide to container loading for electric motorcycles, tricycles, batteries, and parts. 40HQ fits 30-40 2W units.
Container Types: 40HQ vs 20GP
40HQ (40-Foot High-Cube): Internal 12.03m x 2.35m x 2.70m, ~76 cubic meters, 26,740 kg max payload. Best for complete vehicles.20GP (20-Foot General Purpose): Internal 5.90m x 2.35m x 2.39m, ~33 cubic meters, 21,770 kg max payload. Best for batteries and spare parts.Loading Capacities by Category
Two-Wheeler (2W) -- 40HQ
| Vehicle Type | Units per 40HQ |
|---|---|
| Delivery scooter (small) | 38-40 |
| Commuter scooter (standard) | 35-38 |
| Electric motorcycle (large) | 28-32 |
| Vehicle Type | Units per 40HQ |
| Cargo tricycle (open bed) | 16-20 |
| Passenger tricycle (enclosed) | 14-16 |
| Heavy cargo tricycle | 12-14 |
Target for group buy batches: 20 units.
Batteries -- 20GP
60V-72V lithium packs: 70-100 units per 20GP. All require UN38.3 certification and Class 9 labeling. See our [certification guide](/blog/ev-certification-guide-un38-msds-ce).
Packing Methods: CBU, SKD, CKD, KD
CBU (Completely Built Up): Fully assembled. No assembly needed. Lowest container utilization.SKD (Semi Knocked Down): 15-25% more units vs CBU. 1-2 hours assembly per unit. Best for most importers.CKD (Completely Knocked Down): 40-60% more units vs CBU. 4-8 hours assembly. May qualify for lower tariffs.KD (Knocked Down): Maximum density. Requires factory-level assembly capability.Loading Optimization Tips
1. Pack small items in gaps between vehicles 2. Use strategic foam protection at contact points 3. Alternate vehicle orientation for tighter packing 4. Remove batteries for separate packing 5. Stack scooters vertically when possible 6. Request factory loading diagrams
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