SWAP TANKS

A Swap Tank, often referred to as a “Swap Body” or simply “Swap”, is a type of intermodal container designed for the transportation of liquids in large volumes. A Swap is mainly used for road and rail transport, and is ideal for transporting low-density products.
MCM, a pioneer in the industry, was the first company to introduce the leasing of high-capacity Swap Tanks (30,000 liters) in 1989. Today, MCM continues to offer tailor-made solutions to meet diverse customer needs.

KEY FEATURES
Construction
Swap Tanks are larger than ISO Tanks however still designed with a 20′ frame structure for more convenient handling and stacking, making them suitable for transporting larger quantities of low-density products.
Main specifications
- L4BN, L4BH, L10DH, etc
- IMO 4, T7, T11, T12, T22
- With or without baffles
- Insulation with standard or high insulation for good K value performance
- With one, two or three compartments
- Steam heating system
- Ground operated Airline
- Cabinet covers and closable lids
- Full walkways
- Approved to RID/ADR and IMDG
- Handrail
Size and capacity
- Sizes ranging from 7.15 meters to 7.82 meters
- Capacities range from 30,000 to 35,000 liters: 30,000, 31,000, 35,000 liters
- Low tare weight range
Types of liquid products
Swap Tanks can transport a wide variety of liquid products, such as food grade (wine, juice, spirit, chocolate, edible and vegetable oil, molasses, glucose, and more), petroleum distillates, and chemical liquids.
Here below some examples of chemical products’ ranges frequently carried (into 20’ or Swaps according to their density: LIGHT products = Swap Tanks / HEAVY products = ISO Tanks) :
- AdBlue
- Solvents (Toluene, Benzene)
- Isocyanates
- Acids (sulfuric, acetic acids)
- Phenol
- Alcohols (Methanol, Ethanol)
- Yellow Phosphor
- Organometallics (Lithium, alkali metals)
- Hydrogen peroxide (<>70% or UN2014/2015)
Options
Depending on your requirements, MCM offers tailor-made solutions in terms of:
- Telematic such as GPS tracking, remote temperature control, etc
- Top discharge provision
- Simple or double handrail
- Level gauge
- Steam or electrical heating system
- One or Multicompartment
- Other equipment and devices as per your requirements
Our specialized team will do their utmost to provide you with the Swap Tank you need, with unique properties and specific requirements.