How many paint cans fit in a 20ft container?
A 20ft container fits 3,000–4,000 one-gallon paint cans. Weight limits for heavy paints.
3,000–4,000
1-gallon cans — weight-limited to ~4,300
- By volume
- 3,000–4,000 cans
- By weight
- ~4,300 cans
- Total weight
- ~21,500 kg
- Container volume
- 33.1 m³
Stacking
Paint cans in cartons (4-packs) stack 8–10 high without issues. The cartons are rigid and cans distribute weight evenly. Use dunnage between layers for extra stability during ocean transit.
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