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40′ High Cube Dry Standard Shipping Container

40'highcubed dry containers diagonal view
40'highcubed dry containers diagonal view

Description

40ft High Cube container size designed and constructed for intermodal freight transportation of lighter general cargo on sea (above or under deck) and on land (road or rail) to utilise the maximum cubic capacity.

Maximise your storage capacity with this 40ft High Cube shipping container, offering an extra 30cm (1 foot) of internal height compared to standard containers. Ideal for larger or bulkier items, the added vertical space provides greater flexibility for storage, stacking, and workspace conversions.
D Built from durable steel, they remain strong, secure, and fully weather-resistant for long-term use. Each container can also be re-certified with a valid CSC plate, making it suitable for overseas shipping if required.
Practical, versatile, and dependable, this high cube container is perfect for a wide range of industrial, commercial, and personal applications.

Why Choose a 40ft High Cube Container?

A High Cube container is approximately one foot taller than a standard 8ft 6in-high shipping container. This increases the internal height to approximately 2,698 mm, providing greater vertical clearance for tall items and allowing more efficient use of the available storage space.

The 40ft High Cube is particularly useful when:

  • A 20ft container does not provide enough capacity
  • Greater internal height is required
  • Goods need to be stacked vertically
  • Tall machinery, equipment or shelving will be installed
  • The container will be converted into a workshop, site shed or other customised space
  • A large amount of commercial or household property needs to be stored in one secure location

Applications

  • Mobile workshop conversions
  • Site sheds and temporary workspaces
  • Equipment and machinery storage
  • Sporting equipment storage
  • Furniture storage and relocation
  • Archive and document storage

Modification Options

A new 40ft High Cube container provides a practical starting point for a customised storage, workshop or site solution. The additional height can be particularly useful where insulation, lighting, overhead services or taller shelving will be installed.

Depending on the intended use, available modifications may include:

  • High-security locking mechanisms
  • Personnel access doors
  • Internal shelving
    Storage partitions
  • Interior lighting
    General-purpose power outlets
  • Insulation and internal lining
  • Windows and ventilation
  • Custom flooring
  • Workshop or site-shed fit-outs

 

External Dimentions
Length 40' Ft , 12192 mm
Width 8’ Ft , 2438 mm
Height 9'6" Ft , 2896 mm
Internal Dimentions
Length 12031 mm
Width 2352 mm
Height 2698 mm
Door Openings
Width 2358 mm
Height 2,585 mm
Weight & Capacity
Capacity 2695 CFt , 76.3 Cu.m
Tare 8750 Lbs , 3970 Kgs
Net 58450 Lbs , 26510 Kgs
Gross 67200 Lbs , 30480 Kgs

Additional information

Weight3970 kg
Dimensions12192 × 2438 × 2896 mm
Size

40' HC

Container Type

Dry

Container Delivery & Transport Options

Choosing the right truck type helps make your container delivery safer, smoother and more cost-effective. Review the main transport options below to help plan access, clearance and placement before delivery.

Side Loader / Swing Lift

Best for: sites with clear side access.

A side loader unloads the container from the driver’s side of the truck, placing the container beside the vehicle

  • Fast and efficient unloading
  • Suitable for most standard deliveries
  • Requires enough width for truck and container
Clearance Required

20ft: 4.6m H x 6m W x 10m L
40ft: 4.6m H x 6m W x 16m L

Tilt Tray Truck

Best for: cost-effective delivery where rear access is available.

A tilt tray reverses into position, tilts the tray and slides the container off the rear as the truck moves forward.

  • Usually the cheapest transport option
  • Suitable for empty or lighter containers
  • Weight restrictions can apply
Clearance Required

20ft: 5m H x 3.5m W x 20m L
40ft: 6m H x 3.5m W x 40m L

Tilt Tray Truck

Best for: tight access, uneven ground or precise placement.A Hiab truck uses a mounted crane to lift and position the container more accurately, including onto blocks for levelling.
  • Most precise placement option
  • Helpful for difficult access sites
  • Can place containers approx. 4m from the truck
Clearance Required

20ft: 4.6m entry height, 10m unload height, 3.5m W x 10m L
40ft: 4.6m entry height, 10m unload height, 3.5m W x 20m L

Before Delivery, Please Check

✓ Suitable access and clearance

✓ Firm, level ground

✓ No trees, awnings or overhead obstacles

✓ At least 1m clearance from power lines

✓ 1.2m gap for refrigerated container airflow

✓ Container door direction confirmed

Unsure Which Truck Type Suits Your Site?

Our team can help determine the most suitable delivery method based on your site access, clearance and container placement requirements