40ft High Cube Shipping Container – Used, ISO 668 Build
$1,950
SKU: CCH-10051
Available to order — we confirm availability and your delivery window before dispatch
A 40ft high cube intermodal unit fabricated from corrosion-resistant COR-TEN steel and built to ISO 668 standards. The added height delivers roughly 12% more volume than a standard 40ft box, making it well suited to tall or bulky dry cargo for both global freight and on-site storage. Key Features
- Nationwide shipping on all orders.
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- Orders are processed once payment has cleared.
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The 40ft High Cube Shipping Container is a standard intermodal freight unit intended for moving and storing dry goods. Because it is made from corrosion-resistant COR-TEN steel, it holds up structurally and resists the weather through repeated use across worldwide logistics operations. The unit is manufactured to ISO standards, so it remains compatible with international shipping, rail, and road transport networks.
Key Features
- Increased Vertical Clearance: an internal height of 2.70 meters (8'10") yields roughly 12% more volume than a standard 40ft container for tall or bulky cargo.
- Weather-Resistant Construction: COR-TEN steel handles harsh conditions during transit or outdoor storage.
- Standardized Design: fully compliant with ISO 668 dimensions for seamless intermodal transport and secure stacking.
- Secure Cargo Management: rear door locking mechanisms and internal lashing points keep cargo stable in transit.
What sets this 40ft High Cube (HQ) unit apart from a standard container is its extra height, which lets it carry cargo that will not fit easily inside a standard 8'6" box. A sturdy steel frame and corrugated walls give the structure high durability.
The floor is marine-grade plywood, capable of bearing concentrated loads from forklifts and palletized goods. The double rear doors swing fully open for loading and unloading. Although the container is primarily used in ocean freight, it also serves as a common option for secure on-site storage across many industrial sectors. Its layout supports efficient packing for manufacturers and distributors moving large volumes, and the standardized corner castings allow lifting by gantry cranes, top loaders, and hooklifts for efficient handling at ports and distribution centers.
External Dimensions
- Length: 40 ft (12.19 m)
- Width: 8 ft (2.44 m)
- Height: 9 ft 6 in (2.89 m)
Internal Dimensions
- Length: 39 ft 6 in (12.03 m)
- Width: 7 ft 9 in (2.35 m)
- Height: 8 ft 10 in (2.70 m)
- Door Opening Width: 7 ft 8 in (2.34 m)
- Door Opening Height: 8 ft 5 in (2.58 m)
Capacity & Weight Limits
- Internal Cubic Capacity: 76.4 m³ (2,696 ft³)
- Maximum Gross Weight: 30,480 kg (67,200 lbs)
- Tare Weight: approximately 3,940 kg (8,690 lbs)
- Maximum Payload: approximately 26,330 kg (58,050 lbs)
This container type is meant for transporting and storing dry, non-perishable goods, and is commonly used in logistics and shipping for consolidating palletized cargo, retail goods, and raw materials in ocean and rail freight; in manufacturing for storing components or finished products that need vertical space such as machinery parts or furniture; in retail and warehousing as supplemental storage for e-commerce inventory, textiles, and bulk consumer goods; and in industrial storage for secure on-site storage of equipment and materials at construction or production sites.
Getting the Extra Foot: a 40ft High Cube Shipping Container for Sale
The reason a 40ft high cube shipping container for sale commands a premium over a standard box is one foot of height — and that foot decides a surprising number of purchases. Interior height goes from about 7'10" to roughly 8'10", which is the difference between fitting a pallet-stacked load with clearance and having to break it down, and the difference between a conversion with a finished ceiling and one where you duck.
Volume rises with it. A high cube gives you roughly 2,700 cubic feet against about 2,390 in a standard 40-footer, on exactly the same ground footprint. You pay nothing extra in yard space for that capacity.
Specifications at a Glance
- External dimensions: 40' x 8' x 9'6"
- Internal dimensions: approximately 39'5" x 7'8" x 8'10" (about 2.70 m of interior height)
- Door opening: 7'8" wide x 8'6" high
- Capacity: roughly 2,700 cu ft, about 13% more than a standard 40 ft container
- Tare weight: approximately 8,750 lb (about 3,970 kg)
- Floor: marine-grade plywood rated for forklift and palletized loads
- Build: COR-TEN weathering steel to ISO 668 dimensions, with lashing points inside
Where the Extra Height of a High Cube Container Matters
Height is worth paying for whenever your load is tall, your racking is fixed, or people will be spending time inside the box.
- Palletized storage stacked two or three high with clearance to spare
- Tall machinery, tanks, and equipment that will not clear a standard door opening
- Workshop and garage conversions where lighting and a ceiling eat headroom
- Insulated builds, since insulation and lining take several inches off the interior
- Racked storage where an extra shelf level fits within the same footprint
Clearances, Pad, and Delivery Planning
The 9'6" height is the one thing to check twice. Measure gateways, canopies, low branches, and overhead cables on the approach, and remember the container sits higher again on a delivery trailer. On the ground, allow the 40 ft length plus roughly 40 ft of straight clearance for a tilt-bed drop and about 15 ft of overhead room, with level bearing under each corner. Shipping is a flat $500 to all 50 states and prices include tax. Browse more long units under 40ft containers, see every tall unit in the high cube category, check condition options among our pre-owned containers, or compare the cargo-worthy 40ft high cube.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a high cube container be transported like a standard one?
Yes, with attention to route height. It uses the same corner castings and handling equipment, but the additional foot matters under bridges, wires, and gateways. Hauliers plan for this routinely; your job is to make sure the last hundred feet on your own property has the clearance, since that is where deliveries most often stall.
Is a high cube worth the extra cost over a standard 40ft?
If you are converting the container, insulating it, or storing tall loads, almost always. If you are storing low, heavy items on the floor, the extra height buys you very little and a standard box is the better value. Work out the tallest thing going inside before deciding.
How much weight can the floor take?
Marine-grade plywood container flooring is built for forklift traffic and concentrated palletized loads, which is far more than most storage users apply. What causes damage is point loading on a small footprint, such as jack stands or machine feet without spreader plates. Use plywood or steel plate under equipment legs and the floor will last.
| SKU | CCH-10051 |
| Condition | Used (Cargo Worthy) |
| Categories | 20ft Containers, Storage Containers for Sale, Used Shipping Containers |
| Availability | Available to order — nationwide delivery |
We deliver to all 50 states for a flat $500 per order — the same price regardless of container size, quantity, or distance. That fee is added in your cart and at checkout, and there is no distance or size surcharge. A tilt-bed truck slides the container to ground level and places it as close as safely possible to where you want it.
Need help preparing your site or choosing the right delivery method? Call us at (440) 379-3940 or request a quote.
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