Containers come in many versions with the most common sizes being 20' and 40' with heights of 8'6" and 9'6". Other sizes are also encountered. Some containers have fork pockets for use with a conventional front lift truck. Container handling attachments include:

• Fixed and telescopic sidelift frames.
• Fixed and telescopic toplifts, piggyback attachments etc
• Twist locks on these attachments are inserted into the corner castings of the containers and turned through 90° to lock container and attachment together.