In choosing a container, the question asked more often than litres is how many crates fit, and the answer comes from the internal dimensions GEBHARDT gives on its product page. The standard 600 × 400 mm crate is tried on the internal floor in both orientations and the number that fits is counted.
| Size | Internal floor (mm) | 600 × 400 crates per layer |
|---|---|---|
| TBX 410 | 431 × 625 | 1 |
| TBX 600 | 609 × 659 | 1 |
| TBX 725 | 604 × 809 | 2 |
| TBX 795 | 604 × 811 | 2 |
| TBX 900-1170 | 611 × 1025 | 2 |
| TBX 1500 | 830 × 1045 | 3, in a mixed layout |
In TBX 1500 two crates stand side by side on their 400 mm edges (800 mm fits within 830 mm) and take 600 mm of depth. A third crate is turned to fit the remaining 445 mm strip, because its 400 mm edge fits within 445 mm. A mixed layout gains a crate but complicates picking and unloading.
The number of layers is the internal height, minus the plate zone and air clearance, divided by the crate height. Crate heights are not standardised, so run this with your own crate.
In TBX 725, 795 and 900-1170 the allowance for the crate's 600 mm edge is between 4 and 11 mm. Corner radii, shelf rails and the lid frame can eat it, so a layout that fits on paper can be tight in the field. Ask Aris Makina for the current internal drawing of the size you chose; we obtain it from GEBHARDT and pass it on.
