# Transport capacity

*Last updated: 2026-06-08*

> Transport capacity is the maximum quantity—measured in weight, volume, or units—that a vehicle, route, or infrastructure can carry per trip, shift, or time period.

Transport capacity is the maximum quantity—measured in weight, volume, or units—that a vehicle, route, or infrastructure can carry per trip, shift, or time period. It depends on the transport means: a 40-foot container holds roughly 25 tonnes or 67 cubic metres; a truck carries 18–25 tonnes depending on type. Understanding exact capacity is crucial for logistics planners to optimize load factors and reduce unit transport costs.

**Source:** [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportkapazit%C3%A4t](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportkapazit%C3%A4t)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Transport capacity |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 66 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-08 |
| Source | https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportkapazit%C3%A4t |

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