1 Scope
This Standard establishes a classification of series 1 freight Containers based on external dimensions, and specifies the associated ratings and, where appropriate, the minimum internal and door opening dimensions for certain types of Containers.
These Containers are intended for intercontinental traffic.
This Standard summarizes the external and some of the internal dimensions of series 1 containers. The dimensions of each type of Container are defined in the appropriate part of ISO 1496, which is the authoritative document for internal Container dimensions.
2 Normative References
The following normative documents contain provisions which, through reference in this standard, constitute provisions of this standard. For dated reference, subsequent amendments to, or revisions of, any of these publications do not apply. However, all parties coming to an agreement according to this standard are encouraged to study whether the latest editions of these documents are applicable. For undated references, the latest edition of the normative document referred to applies.
