40ft High Cube Containers
Premium capacity—one foot taller than standard 40ft for extra volume and versatility. Perfect for conversions and high-capacity storage.
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Container Specifications
Dimensions
- Length: 40 feet
- Width: 8 feet
- Height: 9 feet 6 inches (+1 ft)
- Door Opening: 7 feet 8 inches x 8 feet 6 inches
Capacity & Weight
- Internal Volume: ~2,700 cubic feet (+310 cf)
- Payload Capacity: ~28,200 lbs
- Empty Weight: ~10,930 lbs
- Max Gross Weight: ~39,130 lbs
Price Range
Starting from $3,250
Final pricing depends on condition, location, and delivery distance.
Why Choose High Cube?
Extra Volume
13% more internal cubic feet than a standard 40ft—over 300 additional cubic feet of storage capacity.
Racking Ready
Extra height allows installation of additional shelving, racking systems, and vertical storage solutions.
Conversion Premium
Preferred for container homes and commercial conversions where interior height and space are premium features.
Standard 40ft vs High Cube
| Feature | Standard 40ft | 40ft High Cube |
|---|---|---|
| Interior Height | 7 ft 10 in | 8 ft 10 in |
| Volume | 2,390 cu ft | 2,700 cu ft |
| Weight (empty) | 9,200 lbs | 10,930 lbs |
| Best For | General storage | Conversions, racking, premium projects |
Perfect Applications
- ✓ Container home conversions with generous internal height
- ✓ Installations requiring internal shelving or racking systems
- ✓ Commercial conversions with premium space requirements
- ✓ Industrial storage with tall equipment or inventory
- ✓ Data centers and technology facilities
- ✓ Premium storage facilities requiring maximum capacity
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