Tank containers (tanks) are designed to transport liquids, liquefied gases and a number of loose products. A tank container is a container consisting of a frame (frame elements) and a tank equipped with drain valves and devices for unloading both under gravity and under pressure.
Products recommended for transportation and storage in tank containers:
Food products: alcohol-containing liquids (beer, wine, cognac, vodka), edible oils, food additives, concentrated fruit juices, mineral waters, milk, etc. Industrial products: oil and oil products, oils and greases, liquefied gases, chemicals, paints, saline solutions, fatty acids, granular and loose substances, liquefied gases, etc.
The design, measurements and weight of tank containers may vary depending on the manufacturer.
| Length outside, m | 6,06 |
| Width inside, m | 2.426 – 2,805 |
| Height inside, m | 2.665 |
There are 5 common categories of tank containers: IMO 0 (food stationary liquids)
| Capacity, l | 17000 – 28000 |
| Container weight, kg | 2200 – 3000 |
IMO 1 (chemical liquids)
| Capacity, l | 11000 – 26000 |
| Container weight, kg | 3500 – 6000 |
IMO 2 (nutrition liquids)
| Capacity, l | 17000 – 28000 |
| Container weight, kg | 2500 – 3300 |
IMO 5 (liquefied gas)
| Capacity, l | 13000 – 26000 |
| Container weight, kg | 6000 – 11000 |
Bituminous
| Capacity, l | 20000 |
| Container weight, kg | 3600 |