40ft High Cube
40ft High Cube Shipping Containers
A 40ft high cube is one foot taller than a standard 40ft container, giving you extra headroom and about 13% more volume — the go-to choice for tall items, shelving and container conversions.
40ft High Cube dimensions and specs
| Outside (L × W × H) | 40' × 8' × 9'6" |
|---|---|
| Inside (L × W × H) | approx. 39'5" × 7'8" × 8'10" |
| Door opening (W × H) | approx. 7'8" × 8'5" |
| Floor area | approx. 320 sq ft |
| Capacity | approx. 2,690 cu ft (76.3 m³) |
| Empty (tare) weight | approx. 8,600–8,800 lb |
| Max gross weight | approx. 67,200 lb (30,480 kg) |
Inside measurements, door openings and weights vary slightly by manufacturer and unit.
What fits inside
- Tall machinery and equipment
- Floor-to-ceiling racking and shelving
- Contents of a 3–4 bedroom home with room to stack
- About 20 standard pallets, stacked higher
Common uses
- Workshops, offices and container conversions
- Tall equipment and vehicle storage
- Warehouse racking systems
- Event and production storage
- Agricultural storage
Grades available in 40ft High Cube
One-Trip (New)
Essentially new — used for a single trip from the factory. Best appearance and longest life.
Cargo Worthy (CW) - Used
Used, but still meets the standards for shipping cargo. Structurally sound with normal wear.
Wind & Water Tight (WWT) - Used
Used and sealed against wind and water. The value choice for on-site storage.
See the buying guide for the full grade comparison.
What affects the price of a 40ft High Cube container
Grade
One-Trip costs more than Cargo Worthy, which costs more than Wind and Water Tight.
Distance from the nearest depot
Delivery is by tilt bed truck, so the trip from our closest depot to your site matters.
Delivery site conditions
Access, clearance and ground conditions can affect what's needed on delivery day.
Check the delivery guidelines for the space and ground prep a 40ft High Cube delivery needs.
Get a quote on a 40ft High Cube container
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