本欧洲标准规定了A类交换体的尺寸和基本要求，这些尺寸和基本要求被设计为完全封闭的类型。盒类型，或作为开放类型。没有或有盖/平台的平台。这些互换机构适用于国际交流和道路和铁路运输，包括这些运输方式之间的交换。注意:A类意味着所有具有此名称的交换体都配备有根据1A（40'）ISO容器规格定位的底部配件

This European Standard specifies the dimensions and basic requirements for swap bodies of class A, which are designed as totally enclosed types e.g. box types, or as open types e.g. platform without or with cover/stake. These swap bodies are suitable for international exchange and for conveyance by road and rail including interchange between these forms of transport. Note: Class A means that all swap bodies having this designation are equipped with bottom fittings positioned according to the specification for 1A (40') ISO-Containers