Stoughton Trailers unveiled its 53-ft. intermodal container, engineered to deliver unmatched durability, capacity and long-term value to today’s freight carriers and shippers.
With a history of manufacturing intermodal containers as well as trailers, Stoughton now returns to the market by building on both its legacy of trailer innovation and its past container expertise.
This latest release combines proven craftsmanship with advanced design improvements that directly enhance operational efficiency and profitability, according to the manufacturer.
Capacity means value
Built in Wisconsin, these new Stoughton containers are engineered to last and built to thrive in the harshest operating environments, delivering reliable performance and long service life.
Inside, Stoughton delivers a 100.375-in. internal width—a full 2.375 inches wider than standard welded container construction, the company noted. That extra width translates into 262 cu. ft. of added space, or 6.5% more volume with every load over corrugated steel containers. Combined with smooth, non-snag walls and integrated logistic tracks, freight stays protected, loading is quieter, and every move is safer, faster, and more efficient.
The G-bond composite plate-style design with weather-resistant bonded sidewall panels eliminate rivet fatigue and reduce corrosion while it increases ease of repairability, strength, and overall service life.
Built to exceed AAR & domestic rail specifications, every container features heavy-duty hot dip galvanized steel stacking posts, corner posts, and understructure for superior corrosion protection and reduced repair frequency, which saves on long-term capital costs and improves ROI. Reinforced front and rear door frames withstand high-cycle, punishing use, while ISO corner castings enable stacking strength and crane-lift versatility for complete intermodal flexibility.
“This new intermodal container sets a higher standard in the market—giving carriers the durability they expect with the added capacity that drives real bottom-line success,” said Pat Gunn, VP of sales, Intermodal.