Certified for ocean freight with an extra foot of headroom — a favorite for both active shipping use and storage conversions.
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| Size | 40ft High Cube |
|---|---|
| Condition Grade | Cargo Worthy |
| Category | Used – Cargo Worthy Containers |
| External Dimensions | 40'0" L x 8'0" W x 9'6" H (12.19 x 2.44 x 2.90 m) |
| Internal Dimensions | 39'5" L x 7'8" W x 8'10" H (12.03 x 2.35 x 2.69 m) |
| Door Opening | 7'8" W x 8'5" H (2.34 x 2.56 m) |
| Tare (Empty) Weight | ~8,800 lbs (4,000 kg) |
| Max Payload | ~58,400 lbs (26,500 kg) approximate |
| Cubic Capacity | ~2,694 cu ft (76 cbm) |
| Wall & Roof Material | Corrugated corten (weathering) steel, approx. 1.6mm thick (14–16 gauge) |
| Door Material | Steel, approx. 2mm thick, with locking cam bars and gasket seals |
| Corner Castings | Cast steel, approx. 12mm — the structural stacking/lifting points |
| Flooring | 28mm marine-grade plywood over steel cross members |
| Roof Static Load Rating | ~660 lbs (300 kg) on standard-height units, ~330 lbs (150 kg) on High Cube units — not rated for foot traffic without reinforcement |
| Price | $3,200 (delivery calculated separately) |
| Availability | In Stock — ships from nearest depot |
Dimensions and weights are standard ISO figures for this container size and can vary slightly by manufacturer and individual unit condition.
This 40ft high cube cargo worthy container is the right call if the extra foot of interior height makes this the pick for anyone planning to add insulation, ductwork, shelving units, or a mezzanine — the standard choice for serious conversion projects.
Cargo Worthy (CW) is a certification, not a cosmetic grade. A licensed maritime surveyor inspects the container's structural integrity, door seals, and floor condition, and signs off that it's fit to carry cargo on an international ocean vessel. That certification is the reason CW containers command a premium over Wind & Watertight units of the same age and size.
Compared to the 20ft Cargo Worthy Shipping Container at $2,400, this unit costs $800 more, reflecting its size, condition grade, or added features.
Once your order and payment are confirmed, delivery is scheduled based on your distance from the nearest depot — see our delivery cost guide for typical timelines and pricing by distance.
Yes — this listing is in stock and ships from the nearest depot. Availability and exact delivery timing are confirmed when you place your order.
Delivery is priced separately from the $3,200 unit price, based on distance from the nearest depot and your site's access. See our Delivery & Shipping page for typical ranges.
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